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>>There is no centralized ID number, the closest is your social security number

Until you find out that due to a cock up years ago the National Insurance numbers are not guaranteed to be unique, and you realize that somehow the best proof of identity British people have is a humble driving licence because DVLA is at least somewhat competent.



Unfortunately I don't have a driving license as I am physically unable to get one by law.




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