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Proof of Identity: Databases

Asked by Mr Richard HoldenConservativeDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 21 May 2025UIN 51959

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To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, pursuant to the Answer of 7 May 2025 to Question 48565 on Proof of Identity: Databases and Digital Technology, whether he has had recent discussions with (a) Tony Blair and (b) the Tony

Answered by Feryal Clark

The department has not had any recent discussions or meetings with (a) Tony Blair or (b) Tony Blair Institute on proposals for a national identity database.

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