Friday, October 29, 2004

Leader: UK ID cards � devil is in the detail - / silicon.com, 27 Oct 2004

http://management.silicon.com/government/0,39024677,39125358,00.htm
"Worrying questions still unanswered about Blunkett's controversial plans...
The consultation and political posturing is now officially over. Home Secretary David Blunkett has made some final changes to his ID card proposals that could now see the bill make its way through Parliament starting with its inclusion in the Queen's speech next month.
The consultation summary and response to MPs' criticisms published by the Home Office today are aimed at reassuring Parliament and the public that the concerns have been addressed and changes made.

Indeed, some have - the ID card will now be a standalone compulsory biometric ID card rather than being included on the passport or driving licence, a new executive agency will manage the scheme and an independent watchdog will scrutinise it all. "