Written questions

Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Commons · Question 20567 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 8 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Mike Wood

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, what the planned expenditure was on Digital ID in each year from 2025-26 onwards prior to the announcement of the cancellation of the programme.

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 8 Sep 2026

A full business case had not yet been finalised prior to the cancellation of the national Digital ID programme. As such, a full estimate of planned expenditure for 2025-26 onwards is not available.