Written questions

Companies: Directors

Commons · Question 10250 · Tabled 16 Jun 2026 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record

Answered 22 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Matt Vickers

To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, what alternative non-digital methods of identity verification are available to company directors other than smartphone applications and digital identity services.

Answer

Answered by Blair McDougall, 22 Jun 2026

Individuals who are required to verify are encouraged to use GOV.UK One Login where possible. This offers several routes, including using photo ID, answering online security questions, or attending a Post Office with appropriate documents. Where an indivi...