UK Introduces Data Bill for Digital Trust, Including 'Trust Mark' for Certified Companies
The UK government has introduced the Data (Use and Access) Bill, aiming to govern personal data use and sharing through digital technologies. The bill also introduces a new logo, the 'trust mark', issued by the Office for Digital Identities and Attributes (OfDIA) within the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT).
The trust mark is part of the government's effort to boost trust in digital verification services. It will be displayed by certified companies, indicating that they meet high standards of data protection and security. The bill is expected to increase efficiency in various sectors, including parcel collection, banking, and moving house.
The bill also renames the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) to the Information Commission and abolishes the office of Information Commissioner. Instead, the ICO will be revamped with a new structure and enforcement powers under the Data (Use and Access) Bill. This is not a new initiative; the previous Conservative government had planned similar legislation in 2022 to improve digital identity security.
The Data (Use and Access) Bill aims to enhance confidence in digital identities and reduce fraud. It is welcomed by industry leaders like Julie Dawson of Yoti. Looking ahead, the EU's European Digital Identity (EUDI) Regulation, unveiled in 2024, will mandate member states to offer digital identity wallets. The UK government is positioning itself to lead in this digital identity landscape with the introduction of the trust mark.
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