http://management.silicon.com/government/0,39024677,39126226,00.htmAndy McClure
The government has again hit out at critics of its controversial compulsory ID card Bill, claiming it is not an infringement on civil liberties and that it will improve security in the UK. Speaking at a press briefing today, Home Office minister Des Browne MP attempted to dismiss the 'myths' created by opponents of the ID card scheme and said 'this is not a Big Brother database'.
Browne said those who cite the terrorist bombings in Madrid last year as evidence that ID cards have not worked in Spain are missing the point. 'It does not stop it but it helps you police it and interdict it,' he said. "
