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

05 May 2020

Proposing MP
Kit Malthouse Con
North West Hampshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

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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