PASS, the national proof of age accreditation scheme in the UK

Supported by the British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA), PASS is the national proof of age accreditation scheme in the UK. Endorsed by the Home Office, the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO), the Security Industry Authority (SIA), the Trading Standards Institute (TSI), Police Scotland and the Scottish Government, PASS delivers a common standard for proof of age cards through its easily recognised logo, which is backed by a robust audit and accreditation process to help protect retailers of age restricted goods, and their employees, against being taken in by fake cards. It is a legitimate form of ID and a less costly alternative to driving licences and passports for young people. During 2014 all proof of age schemes accredited to carry the PASS hologram moved to a standard PASS design for cards issued to those aged 18 and over, improving the recognition and acceptance of the PASS accredited card across the UK.