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Update on IPS procurements for delivery of the National Identity Service.
30 March 2010
IPS is pleased to announce progress regarding the procurement of Front Office Services as advertised in the OJEU Contract Notice (Document Number ref: 354693-2009).
Delivery of the National Identity Scheme Biographic Store
18 March 2010
The Identity and Passport Service has selected a revised option for delivering the biographic store which will form a key asset in the National Identity Register.
Electronic IDs on course for EU-wide recognition
16 March 2010
STORK, a pilot scheme co-funded by the EU that aims to implement EU-wide interoperability of electronic identities, has announced the availability of the latest approved and public project deliverables.
Front Office Services
18 December 2009
IPS has announced a competition for the provision of Front Office Services in connection with the National Identity Service.
Royal Mail industrial action: impact on IPS customers
21 October 2009
Find out how IPS customers could be affected by the Royal Mail strike.
Safeguarding Identity Strategy launched
23 June 2009
Recognising the huge value and importance of individuals' identity information and tackling variations in how information is used across Government, 'Safeguarding Identity' is the focus of a new strategy launched today, 23 June 2009. The initiative has been led by IPS on behalf of Government and involved more than 12 departments and agencies. Building on a wide range of work already underway (including Directgov and the National Identity Service), it aims to deliver a common framework for the use and handling of individuals' identity information. The full version of the strategy is here. If you have any comments, contact: David White, Head of Safeguarding Identity Strategy, Identity and Passport Service. David.White2@ips.gsi.gov.uk T 020 3356 8064
Identity & Passport Service Christmas and New Year opening arrangements 2008/2009
24 December 2008
All passport offices and interview offices will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.
National Identity Scheme procurement activity - update
05 December 2008
IPS is pleased to announce progress on procurements for delivery of the National Identity Scheme.
Identity Card Delivery On Time and On Budget Announces Home Secretary
06 November 2008
In a speech at the Social Market Foundation today (6th November 2008), the Home Secretary set out progress on the delivery of identity cards and action taken in response to issues raised by the public.
Moving to Directgov
22 October 2008
Over the next few months information about passports, the National Identity Scheme and the General Register Office will be moving onto the Directgov website.
