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Annual Report of the Biometrics Commissioner

02 July 2020

Proposing MP
North West Hampshire
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The publication of the sixth annual report of the Biometrics Commissioner and the Government's response to it.

Action Requested

The Home Secretary is publishing the sixth annual report of the Biometrics Commissioner, Paul Wiles, along with the Government’s response. Copies of the report will be available from the Vote Office and the Government’s response will be placed in the Libraries of both Houses.

Key Facts

  • The Biometrics Commissioner's responsibilities are set under Section 20 of the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012.
  • His report is a statutory requirement under section 21 of the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012.
  • Paul Wiles is the appointed Biometrics Commissioner.
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