Government unveils digital identity wallet and app for UK

The GOV.UK Wallet will allow users to securely store government-issued documents on their phone to use when needed. The technology will make use of security features including facial recognition checks similar to those used when people pay using a digital bank card. It means that digital documents will be more secure, even if a device is lost, says the Government.

Showcasing the tool, the Science Secretary set out that by the end of 2027, the GOV.UK Wallet will include documents like Veteran Cards, DBS checks and every other credential issued by the government – for those who choose to use them, while traditional physical documents will remain available.

It comes alongside a planned summer 2025 launch of a GOV.UK App designed to make it simpler for people to navigate the GOV.UK website, and access government information. The app will remember users’ activity to offer a more convenient, and personalised experience of interacting with government, with future additions also set to include an AI-powered chatbot, GOV.UK Chat, ways to make payments and receive notifications and reminders about services.

“Along with CDs, the Walkman and flip phones, the overflowing drawer rammed with letters from the Government and hours spent on hold to get a basic appointment will soon be consigned to history. GOV.UK Wallet will mean that every letter or identity document you receive from the government could be issued to you virtually,” said Science Secretary Peter Kyle.


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Government showcases a digital wallet that will see government-issued documents available on your phone, alongside a new GOV.UK App that promises to make using government services easier.

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[Tall Timbers]

Very convenient but we know where this is headed. In the meantime I wouldn't mind the convenience of only needing to have my phone with me and not my wallet.

 

[janeelaine]

Very convenient but we know where this is headed. In the meantime I wouldn't mind

if everyone rejected it, it would go nowhere

but ppl wont reject it

it woudnt head there if the ppl wouldnt let it

"in the meantime," i think we should be playing the part as christians to reject such things. knowledge is half the battle.

 

[Tall Timbers]

if everyone rejected it, it would go nowhere

but ppl wont reject it

it woudnt head there if the ppl wouldnt let it

"in the meantime," i think we should be playing the part as christians to reject such things. knowledge is half the battle.

Not me. There's nothing inherently wrong with things that simplify life or make things more convenient. Being able to store and use documents from your phone isn't evil in any way. I'm all for that. Just about everything in this world can be used for evil. I like being able to purchase fast food through my phone. Don't need to have my wallet with me. That's a good thing, at least it is for me.

 

[Cheeky200386]

Not me. There's nothing inherently wrong with things that simplify life or make things more convenient. Being able to store and use documents from your phone isn't evil in any way. I'm all for that. Just about everything in this world can be used for evil. I like being able to purchase fast food through my phone. Don't need to have my wallet with me. That's a good thing, at least it is for me.

I’m the same. I’m not worried since I know it’s not the mark of the Beast and we won’t be here when that is implemented.

I do worry about the security of that and would want to wait and see all the pros and cons before I try something like that.