Wednesday, May 25, 2005

'The Mother of all Databases'


NO2ID is supported by a broad range of organisations

"...in November 2004 the government acknowledged that the cost of the scheme over ten years would be £5.5 billion"

For 'all you need to know', go to No2ID this includes:
  • Exactly what is the Government proposing to do?
  • What personal information will be contained in the Register and on the Card?
  • Will an identity card help eliminate benefit fraud?
  • Will an identity card help prevent terrorism?
  • Will the ID system reduce the problem of identity theft?
  • How much will the scheme cost the taxpayer?
  • Will the card be voluntary or compulsory?