UK expands police facial recognition rollout with 10 new vans

The UK is expanding its police facial recognition technology with the introduction of ten new vans, allowing seven additional regions access to this controversial system. Officials describe it as "an excellent opportunity for policing," while privacy advocates express strong opposition, citing concerns over privacy and misidentifications.

Authorities assert that LFR is deployed only in targeted, intelligence-driven operations, not randomly in busy areas to scan for suspects. The Home Office highlights that deployments follow strict protocols, including public notifications about the timing, location, and duration of LFR use, enabling individuals to opt out of being scanned.

Press release here.