A UK House of Lords member has raised concerns about the storage of sensitive government data, including patient records from the NHS, being sent to foreign jurisdictions without adequate cybersecurity measures. Baroness Manzila Uddin expressed deep concern that data is outsourced to locations like the US and Romania without guarantees for data protection and robust cybersecurity safeguards. 2008’s failed attempt at a digital ID system left a public skeptical of this new proposal, prompting the current push for voluntary digital identity solutions. While these systems are being considered incrementally, Uddin highlights that public engagement and transparency are lacking. She questions whether cost considerations override security concerns and expresses worry about data ownership and misuse. The Baroness emphasizes the need for robust regulations and educational initiatives regarding data privacy and citizen rights. A potential solution she advocates for is decentralized technologies like blockchain to ensure greater control over personal information and minimize risks of data breaches.