Argument for rolling out creepy' digital ID too optimistic to be convincing'

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"Digital ID plans are frankly creepy, a Conservative shadow minister has warned, as he called for evidence that a new system will help crack down on illegal working. Shadow science minister Viscount Camrose warned that the Government's argument for rolling out a digital ID system was too optimistic to be convincing. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall told MPs earlier this week that the plan was about giving people greater agency over their lives."

"She said these digital identity cards meant data was much less likely to be lost or stolen, and added that a pub punter might be able to prove you're over 18 without even showing your exact birthday, with privacy hardwired into the system from the start. Ms Kendall also said the scheme would deliver greater fairness by showing exactly who has the right to work here in the UK."

The Independent solicits donations to fund on-the-ground reporting across topics including reproductive rights, climate change and Big Tech. The outlet emphasizes keeping reporting free of paywalls so journalism remains accessible and funded by those who can afford it. Viscount Camrose warned that proposed UK digital ID plans are "frankly creepy" and asked for evidence that the system would curb illegal working. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall said the scheme aims to give people greater agency, make data less likely to be lost or stolen, hardwire privacy, and allow age checks without revealing exact birthdays. Ms Kendall said the system would show who has the right to work in the UK, while Viscount Camrose warned of expanded state power and taxpayer cost.

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