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Proof of Identity: Digital Technology

Asked by Martin WrigleyLiberal DemocratCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 12 November 2025UIN 84480

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what plans his Department has to ensure that (a) cloud hosting, (b) data processing and (c) other core components of the proposed digital ID system are under sovereign UK control.

Answered by Josh Simons

Data associated with the Digital ID system will be held and kept safe in secure cloud environments hosted in the United Kingdom.

The Government will work closely with expert stakeholders to make the programme effective, secure and inclusive, including taking insights from previous IT projects where appropriate.

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