Rights groups urge UK PM Starmer to abandon plans for mandatory digital ID
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- Human rights and civil liberties organizations urge the Prime Minister to abandon mandatory digital ID plans.
- The proposed digital ID scheme is aimed at deterring illegal immigration but is criticized for potential overreach.
- Organizations argue that digital ID would alter the state-population relationship and harm civil liberties.
- Concerns are raised about future governments potentially expanding digital ID requirements to access services.
- Big Brother Watch and other groups are hosting events to discuss the dangers of digital ID during party conferences.