Brits might be required to carry a digital ID card with them at all times – initially described as 'voluntary', the card will be necessary if you want to get a job View 4 Images The prime minister announced plans for a digital ID card (Image: Getty Images)

According to new government plans, every adult in the UK will be required to carry a digital ID card with them. The so-called "BritCard" could be used to prove a person has the right to work in this country, and even to access public services. ‌

Under the plans anyone starting a new job would be required to “show” the digital ID which would then be automatically checked against a central database of those entitled to work in the UK. Legalities are still yet to be approved, but the new system would allow officials to see w

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