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Tuesday 19th June 2007
The National Identity Scheme will place a publicly accountable power to protect identity in the hands of citizens - an essential defence against challenges created by revolutions in technology, travel and society, Home Office minister Liam Byrne told a Chatham House conference today..
Thursday 24th May 2007
New anti-fraud measures mean people applying for their first ever adult passport cannot leave it until the last minute to apply. From 1 June 2007, first-time adult passport customers will no longer be able to use the fast track one-week service, as the Identity and Passport Service (IPS) introduces...
Wednesday 16th May 2007
The Home Office drive against illegal working moved forward today as talks began with industry on the implementation of tough new legislation designed to crackdown on bogus employees. The new rules will see rogue employers face a prison sentence and/or an unlimited fine if found knowingly employing...
Tuesday 20th March 2007
A major step forward in the fight against the rising threat of passport fraud is to be taken with the commencement of face-to-face interviews for passport customers, the Identity and Passport Service (IPS) announced today. The requirement to attend an interview will be introduced gradually, starting...
Friday 9th March 2007
On Monday 12 March the Identity and Passport Service (IPS) will issue British travellers with the first 48-page ´jumbo´ biometric ePassports from its seven regional offices. Ideal for frequent globetrotters, the ´eJumbo´ is the latest version of the UK passport, combining the security...
Friday 26th January 2007
Over 290,000 UK Passports Lost or Stolen Each Year As the busy winter booking period for holiday makers begins, the Identity and Passport Service (IPS) is reminding holidaymakers to keep their passports safe both at home and when on holiday. In 2006 290,996 British passports were reported lost or stolen....
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