Radar,
That is a bit of a stretch.
I do have some reservations however I would support the issuing of ID cards to airside workers if it met 2 basic requirements:
1. Replaced the current CRB/Disclosure Scotland check and stopped the need for priodical renewal of the CRB check.
2. It enabled owners to use their ID at any UK (and potentially EU) airport if required, instead of the current multiple CRB checks to obtain airside passes - unless of course, you are air crew.
(2) for me would be the most advantageous thing to happen. Currently it is almost impossible to maintain ID's at multiple UK airports.
GH