A Bill to prohibit the use of automated facial recognition technology in public places and to provide for a review of its use
House of Lords
8 November 2019
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This bill would stop automated facial recognition technology from being used in public places in the UK and require a formal review of how it has been used. It aims to protect privacy and reduce the risk of mistakes or bias when identifying people in public spaces.
The bill is currently at the second reading stage in the House of Lords. It originally appeared with a first reading in 2019 and is now progressing through the Lords.
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30 Oct 2019
First reading took place on 30 October. This stage is a formality that signals the start of the Bill's journey through the Lords.
Second reading - the general debate on all aspects of the Bill - is yet to be scheduled.
The 2017-19 Parliament dissolved at the end of the 2019 Session and this Bill will make no further progress.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
