More Database madness

Another attempt to introduce the impossible National Identity Database by the back door:

http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/06/04/government_database_volunteers/

And they wonder why no-one is willing to organise events on a voluntary basis if there are people under 18 involved...

I wonder if running a Dr. Bike bike checking session counts as "working with children"? How about leading a family cycle ride when the children's parents are present?

The requirement to pay £60+ for registration on this massive database, plus the new need for stupendous levels of public liability insurance, will kill off so many useful and pleasant activities for children to take part in.

It we don't bother asking our fantastic baby sitter to register, are we breaking the law? Does it matter whether she's a personal and trusted friend of ours?

Complete madness...