Written questions

Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Commons · Question 81472 · Tabled 13 Oct 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 16 Oct 2025

Question

Asked by Andrew Snowden

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what estimate her Department has made of the total projected cost of implementing a national digital identity system.

Answer

Answered by Ian Murray, 16 Oct 2025

The Government will launch a public consultation on the new digital ID by the end of the year. The eventual total cost will depend on the design, build and delivery of the system, matters which will be included in the consultation.