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UK digital ID card: Everything we know as Labour announces another U-turn

The UK government has seemingly reversed its decision to implement mandatory digital ID cards to prove the right to work

Evening Standard

Elections watchdog rules out fresh probe into Morgan McSweeney think tank

THE elections watchdog will not reopen an investigation into secret donations to a group which helped propel Keir Starmer to power – despite…

The National (Scotland)

Starmer: We’re in an open fight with Reform for soul of the country

Keir Starmer gives his most passionate speech yet as prime minister as he takes the gloves off in his fight against Reform UK

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UK To Launch Digital ID Scheme To Curb Illegal Migration

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday announced plans for a new nationwide digital ID in a bid to curb illegal migration, but the move faces strong opposition in a country that has long resisted identity cards.

International Business Times

Plan to make Tony Blair interim leader of Gaza branded ‘insane’ by SNP

A PLAN to make Tony Blair the interim leader of Gaza has been described as “nothing short of insane” by the SNP ....

The National (Scotland)

Welcome and concern over planned ‘protections’ for former soldiers

Sinn Fein MP John Finucane said he is against any amnesties or special arrangements for former soldiers over Troubles incidents.

Evening Standard

PM flies into friendlier territory with like minds

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has swapped the US for the UK, landing in London for a conference of global progressive leaders.

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PM condemns ‘politics of predatory grievance’ in rallying cry to centre-left

Sir Keir Starmer said allies must directly confront the ‘lies’ being told about their countries.

Evening Standard

Sadiq Khan rules out 'doing a Burnham' and reveals 'intention' to remain London mayor until 2032

Sir Sadiq quashes speculation he will stand down, saying he wants a fourth term as London mayor

Evening Standard

Andy Burnham has ‘legitimate concerns’ about Labour leadership – Sadiq Khan

Sir Sadiq said Andy Burnham was entitled to raise any concerns he has about Sir Keir Starmer.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer confirms plans for compulsory 'Brit Card' ID scheme amid backlash

KEIR Starmer has confirmed the UK Government will bring in compulsory digital identity cards in a move which will ignite a major debate on civil…

The National (Scotland)

Labour in crisis? Join live Q&A with chief political commentator John Rentoul to dissect Starmer’s future

ASK ME ANYTHING: Join John Rentoul for a live Ask Me Anything to discuss Labour’s internal turmoil, Starmer’s leadership under pressure, and the challenges posed by Farage’s rising Reform party

The Independent UK

UK says it will introduce digital ID cards, reviving a contentious idea

The UK government has announced that British citizens and permanent residents must have a digital ID card to work

The Independent UK

All UK citizens will have digital ID but only to prove right to work – Nandy

The Culture Secretary said the cards will be compulsory for anyone who wants to work in the UK.

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The Guardian - UK

Share your thoughts on plans for a UK digital ID scheme

We’d like to hear views from people in the UK about how they view government plans for a digital ID scheme

The Guardian - UK

Will Labour’s climate plan survive the squeeze of tight budgets and rightwing attacks?

As Donald Trump calls climate change a ‘con job’ and Reform UK weaponises net zero, Starmer faces pressure to hold the line on commitments

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Secretary says new digital ID will not be known as 'Brit Card'

THE SCOTTISH Secretary has said that the new compulsory digital ID will not be known as a “Brit Card”.

The Independent UK

Minister says digital ID cards could become ‘bedrock of modern state’ as PM says all workers will need one by 2029

Under the proposal, individuals will not be asked to produce it other than when they are proving a right to work in the UK

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Evening Standard

Nigel Farage on course to be Prime Minister, new poll suggests as Labour and Tory vote collapses

London appears to be the only UK region where Sir Keir Starmer’s party would retain the majority of the seats the party won in 2024

The Independent UK

Swinney accused of ‘playing politics’ over UK Government’s digital ID plan

Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander dismissed claims from the First Minister that the scheme will be called a ‘BritCard’.

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer says digital ID cards an ‘enormous opportunity’ for the UK

PM to set out plans for compulsory ‘Brit card’ but faces opposition from civil liberty groups over privacy concerns

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer defends plans for mandatory digital ID amid fierce backlash

KEIR Starmer has defended plans for a new digital ID held on people’s phones as an “enormous opportunity” for the UK amid a fierce backlash ...

The Independent UK

Reform on brink of outright majority at next election, major new poll says

Disastrous polling for Labour comes amid growing questions over Keir Starmer’s leadership of the party

The Guardian - UK

Starmerism has almost destroyed the Labour party, but I still have hope for renewal

As our party conference gets under way this weekend in Liverpool, we must start to work out how we can inspire the country, says Labour MP Clive Lewis

The Guardian - UK

Starmer says government will introduce digital IDs to ensure Britain’s ‘borders are more secure’ – as it happened

Online petition saying government should not introduce digitial ID cards heading for 900,00 signatures

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