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Resources: Talking point - Will identity cards threaten civilliberties?

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How do young people react to the idea of a national identity register holding information on everyone in the country? Some say those with nothing to hide have nothing to fear. Do young people agree? What categories of people might have something to fear?

The Prime Minister has said that compulsory identity cards will help in the fight against organised crime and terrorism and ensure public services are not abused. He also says the cards will combat illegal working, identity fraud, and asylum and immigration abuses. Which of these is most important to young people? Which do they think will be most effectively dealt with by the cards?

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