Human rights regulator criticises Met's use of facial recognition cameras
Human rights regulator criticises Met's use of facial recognition cameras
The Equality and Human Rights Commission says it believes the Met’s use of the tech is unlawful.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article appears mostly accurate, reporting on the Equality and Human Rights Commission's criticism of the Met's use of facial recognition. The article demonstrates minimal bias, presenting the information in a relatively objective manner. However, the brevity of the snippet limits a comprehensive assessment.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: The Equality and Human Rights Commission says it believes the Met's use of the tech is unlawful.
- Verification Source #2: In 2020, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) criticised regulatory frameworks for Police use of live facial recognition technology.
- Verification Source #3: Its use is governed by data protection, equality, and human rights legislation ... Met Police to deploy facial recognition cameras.
- Verification Source #1: use of live facial recognition, on the grounds that it breached the Human Rights Act 1998.
- Assessment: Supported. Multiple sources confirm the EHRC's concerns and criticisms regarding the use of facial recognition technology and its potential conflict with human rights legislation.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 2: In 2020, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) criticised regulatory frameworks for Police use of live facial recognition technology.
- Source 1: use of live facial recognition, on the grounds that it breached the Human Rights Act 1998.