Correspondence

Commissioning letter to the Biometrics and Forensic Ethics Group 2020/2021

Commissioning letter to the Biometrics and Forensics Ethics Group from its policy sponsor Alex Macdonald, setting out work priorities for the period 2020 to 2021.

• From: Biometrics and Forensics Ethics Group
• Published: 29 September 2020

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Commissioning letter to the Biometrics and Forensic Ethics Group 2020/2021 (accessible version)

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The Biometrics and Forensics Ethics Group (BFEG) has been commissioned to provide independent advice to Home Office ministers on ethical issues related to biometrics, forensics, and data-driven projects.

The BFEG has been asked to consider and provide ethical advice on important issues including:

• the Home Office biometrics programme
• the use of large and complex Home Office data sets for data science projects
• approaches to collection, use, retention and deletion of biometrics and extracted digital forensic material
• policy and projects concerning forensic information databases

The BFEG may also identify projects for self-commission and provide advice to the Forensic Science Regulator and other relevant stakeholders.

Published 29 September 2020