Experts voice concern that thte government's ID card
scheme goes beyond its brief and could raise data protection issues
and create extra costs for the NHS.
Data sharing plan 'piggy-backed on ID
bill'
The government is using its ID card programme to "piggy back" plans
for a major expansion of data sharing across the public sector
without an open debate
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ID cards could put extra burden on health
service
ID cards could create extra administrative and equipment costs for
the health service, doctors told MPs.
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Iris recognition trial at 5 UK airports
The government plans to roll out an iris recognition system to five
UK airports to verify the identities of selected overseas
travellers by 2005.
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BSI leads work on biometric standards
The British Standards Institute is leading the development of the
international biometric technology standards that will underpin the
government's plans for a national ID card system and immigration
controls at airports.
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