Policy paper

Live facial recognition: equality impact assessment (EIA)

An equality impact assessment covers the considerations of this technology by Immigration Enforcement.

• From: Home Office and Immigration Enforcement
• Published: 5 November 2025

Documents

Equality impact assessment

PDF, 353 KB, 16 pages

This file may not be suitable for users of assistive technology.

Request an accessible format.

If you use assistive technology (such as a screen reader) and need a version of this document in a more accessible format, please email alternativeformats@homeoffice.gov.uk. Please tell us what format you need. It will help us if you say what assistive technology you use.

Details

This equality impact assessment evaluates the implications of live facial recognition use, ensuring compliance with the Equality Act and public sector duties.

Published 5 November 2025