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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Publication of the 2nd Annual Report of the Biometrics and Forensics Ethics Group

05 May 2020 · Home Office

Proposed by Kit Malthouse Con North West Hampshire

Standards & Ethics

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Minister announces the publication of the second annual report of the Biometrics and Forensic Ethics Group
  • The minister requests a review of biometric retention policies, especially regarding custody images
  • The report is available online and will be placed in the Libraries of both Houses

Issue summary

The Minister is announcing the publication of the second annual report of the Biometrics and Forensic Ethics Group.

Action requested

The minister thanks the group for their strategic advice on biometric data ethics and requests a review of biometric retention policies, particularly custody images. The report can be viewed online and will also be placed in the Libraries of both Houses.

Key facts

  • Publication of the 2nd annual report of the Biometrics and Forensic Ethics Group.
  • Four recommendations covering Live Facial Recognition technologies, Data Privacy Impact Assessments, familial DNA analysis results for genetic genealogy techniques, and biometric retention schedules.
  • The group advises on data ethics and ethical issues in forensic science and biometrics.
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