The Digital ID Divide: A Safer Night Out, But at What Cost? The UK government's plan to allow digital ID apps in pubs and shops across England and Wales aims to simplify age checks.
Customers will no longer need to rummage through their wallets or produce physical IDs; instead, they can use their phones to prove their age with a few taps.
At its core, the move seeks to make life easier for customers and staff alike. The government claims that digital ID checks are quicker and more secure than physical counterparts.