Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.
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"mean you do not need to carry a physical ID, nor hand over sensitive personal information"
— Stephanie Peacock , Politician
"the new rules were a positive step"
— Allen Simpson , Executive
"the Government should ensure that digital ID did not become effectively mandatory"
— Jasleen Chaggar , Activist
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New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.
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