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Digital Identity and GOV.UK Verify Programme Update

29 April 2020

Proposing MP
Michael Gove Con
Surrey Heath
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement updates the House on the GOV.UK Verify programme and its provision of digital identity services, especially in light of increased demand due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Action Requested

The Cabinet Office has been given approval by the Chief Secretary to the Treasury to continue GOV.UK Verify operations for up to an additional 18 months, with ongoing updates on broader work planned during this period.

Key Facts

  • The former Minister for Implementation, Rt Hon Oliver Dowden CBE MP, issued a WMS in October 2018.
  • The programme has faced unprecedented demand due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
  • Approval has been given for GOV.UK Verify operations to continue for up to an additional 18 months.
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