"The UK government is planning to introduce a digital ID scheme to simplify how people prove their identity. While it could make the process of buying a house quicker, experts warn there are risks around security and accessibility. Industry leaders are also exploring the idea of a "property passport" linked to digital IDs, which could hold verified information about a property's history."
"Digital IDs are electronic versions of documents like passports or driving licences that can be used to prove who you are online. The government says the scheme will be mandatory for proving your right to work and will reduce the need for repeated identity checks. According to GOV.UK, "digital ID will make it quicker and easier for people to verify their identity for vital government services," though it has not explicitly mentioned homes in its public announcements."
The UK government is planning a digital ID scheme to simplify online identity verification. The scheme will be mandatory for proving the right to work and aims to reduce repeated identity checks. Digital IDs represent electronic versions of documents such as passports and driving licences usable online. HM Land Registry has trialled a digital identity system for conveyancers to verify buyers when registering property changes. Industry leaders are exploring a property passport linking digital IDs to verified property data like ownership history and renovations. Experts warn the scheme raises risks around security and accessibility despite potential to speed up home-buying processes.
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