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Met Police expands live facial recognition in London

Published Monday, June 22, 2026 · Updated June 23

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  • Civil Liberties & Privacy Concerns — 1 source

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The Metropolitan Police is set to expand its use of live facial recognition technology, starting with London's West End by Christmas and extending to six additional areas next year. This expansion has sparked controversy, with civil liberties groups raising concerns about privacy, algorithmic bias, and the potential for forced identification of innocent individuals.

What We Know — Key Points

  • The Metropolitan Police will expand its use of live facial recognition technology into London’s West End by Christmas and then into six further areas next year.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Civil Liberties & Privacy Concerns
  • The Guardian

    The article highlights the controversial nature of live facial recognition, emphasizing concerns from civil liberties groups about privacy, algorithmic bias, and the forced identification of innocent citizens.

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