UK considers digital identity for age verification in booze sales

A statement from the Minister of State for Crime, Policing and Fire says the UK government has launched a consultation on legally adopting digital identity for age verification in alcohol sales, and on an amendment to existing laws covering age verification for remote alcohol sales.

According to Minister Chris Philp, the government “is keen to enable the secure and appropriate use of new technologies that can improve the experience of consumers and retailers.” But in its current form, the …

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