Mandatory Digital ID for Employment in the UK

On 26 September 2025, United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated:

“You will not be able to work in the United Kingdom if you do not have a digital ID. It’s as simple as that”.

This announcement marks a significant change in employment verification. The government intends to make digital identity mandatory for all workers, with full implementation expected by the end of the current Parliament (2029).

Digital IDs will be stored in a GOV.UK Wallet app and include key details such as name, date of birth, and residency status. Employers will need to use certified digital verification systems to comply with these rules. Alternative options will remain for individuals without smartphones.

The policy has sparked strong opposition. According to Reuters (Saturday 22, November 2025):

 “A protest march organised by the group Mass Non-Compliance takes place in London today, beginning at Marble Arch. Demonstrators are expressing strong opposition to the UK government’s proposed plan for a mandatory national digital identity system, which critics argue is an invasion of privacy and a dangerous step towards a surveillance state”.

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