Civil Liberties & Surveillance - Should Live Facial Recognition be used in public spaces?

Police forces across the UK are increasingly deploying Live Facial Recognition (LFR) cameras in busy public areas, aiming to identify wanted suspects and prevent crime.

Supporters argue the technology enhances public safety and helps locate dangerous offenders.

Critics warn it represents mass surveillance, risks misidentification, and could erode privacy and civil liberties if left unregulated.

How would you vote?

Yes – the benefits to public safety justify its use

No – it poses too great a threat to privacy and civil rights