UK digital ID plans will no longer be mandatory

Published: (January 14, 2026 at 12:36 PM EST)
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Source: The Verge

Source: The Verge

Overview

The United Kingdom has walked back plans to make its upcoming digital ID scheme a mandatory requirement for working adults. While the UK government remains committed to mandatory digital right‑to‑work checks, an unspecified government spokesperson told The Times that digital ID will now be optional.

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