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Ban the use of facial recognition technology in public spaces.

Submitted by Thomas Pocock on Monday 12th February 2024

Published on Thursday 29th February 2024

Current status: Closed

Closed: Wednesday 29th May 2024

Signatures: 28

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Ban the use of facial recognition technology in public spaces.

Petition Details

Currently people do not have any option to consent or object to the processing of their biometric image when facial recognition technology is used in public spaces. We think the use of such technology should be banned until specific, detailed legislation is put in place.

Additional Information

We think the use of facial recognition technology in public spaces needs specific, detailed legislation put in place to more clearly define its use and prevent abuse. Although CCTV is allowed in public spaces, facial recognition software creates a digital print of an individual's facial features and can be used to identify a person whether or not they have committed any crime. It can be hard for the public have to understand how this data will be used and stored.

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