Question follow-through · 83191
Proof of Identity: Digital Technology
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether the Digital ID scheme will use NHS data.
About this written question
A written question asks a government minister for information in writing. Parliament publishes the question and any answer.
- Answering body
- Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
- Tabled
- 17 Oct 2025
- Target answer date
- 22 Oct 2025
- Answer
- 22 Oct 2025 · 5 calendar days after tabling
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Votes on this topic
- Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Second Reading · 11 Sept 2026
- Health Bill: Report Stage: Amendment 1 · 8 Sept 2026
- Health Bill: Report Stage: New Clause 143 · 8 Sept 2026
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Recorded timeline
17 Oct 2025
Question tabled
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether the Digital ID scheme will use NHS data.
22 Oct 2025
Target answer date
Date supplied by the official written-questions record.
22 Oct 2025
Answer published
The credential will be able to display and/or share name, date of birth, information on nationality or residency status, and a photo (as the basis for biometric security). This is similar to documents like passports and eVisas. The consultation will explo...
Official data retrieved 28 Sept 2026.
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