Burnham backlash: UK Digital ID plans in peril if Manchester mayor succeeds Starmer
The future of the UK's digital ID plans may be uncertain if Andy Burnham becomes prime minister. Burnham has previously expressed opposition to the digital ID scheme, citing concerns from past experiences with ID cards. His potential leadership could lead to significant changes in Labour's stance on this policy.
- ▪Andy Burnham has been selected by Labour to contest the Makerfield parliamentary seat in a by-election.
- ▪Burnham previously opposed the digital ID scheme, referencing issues from the past Labour government's experience with ID cards.
- ▪If Burnham wins the by-election and becomes Labour leader, he may reconsider the party's digital ID policy.
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