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EPISODE · Jan 17, 2026 · 23 MIN

Government changes course on digital identity cards

from Putting Things Right · host Matthew Scott PCC

On this week’s podcast we discuss Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s latest u-turn which was on digital ID cards. After making a big announcement on them, Keir Starmer’s scrapped the policy.How many u-turns has Keir Starmer done now, but has he done the right thing?We also have our weekly game, so play along if you think you know the answers!—During this episode we did discuss the possible resignation of Craig Guildford, Chief Constable of West Midlands Police. We released it as a clip before he retired. You can still watch and listen on our feed. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit matthewscottuk.substack.com

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