UK government rolls back key part of digital ID plans
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- The UK government has announced a rollback of a key component of its digital ID plans, allowing workers to use alternative forms of identification to prove their right to work, thus making the digital ID not mandatory. This decision follows the initial announcement of the digital ID system, which faced some controversy in September.
- This development signifies a shift in the government's approach to digital identification, potentially alleviating concerns regarding mandatory digital IDs and providing more flexibility for working-age individuals in the UK.
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