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UK’s Starmer to Push Digital ID Initiative

New plan aims to modernize identification and improve security.

19 September 2025 · 23:44 UTC

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing to advance proposals for a nationwide digital ID system in the United Kingdom.

The initiative, which is expected to face significant debate, is being framed as a key step toward modernizing government services and enhancing border and security measures.