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EPISODE · Jan 14, 2026 · 28 MIN

Why Keir Starmer U-turned on digital ID

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How many U-turns before you admit you don't know where you're going?   As little as four months ago, Keir Starmer said: "You will not be able to work in the UK if you don't have a digital ID, it's as simple as that."    Now, he's done yet another 180.    Oli Dugmore is joined by Anoosh Chakelian and Ailbhe Rea.

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