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To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the photograph software used for passport applications; and what steps she is taking to ensure that the software does not discriminate against people wearing (a) turbans and (b) other religious...
To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment her Department has made of the adequacy of the photograph software used for passport applications; and what steps she is taking to ensure that the software does not discriminate against people wearing (a) turbans and (b) other religious...
The initial check to guide if a photo meets the internationally agreed standards for passports utilises an algorithm provided by a leading technology provider.
The testing of the photo checker was extensive and included wearers of religious headwear to optimise the algorithm for passport purposes. However, feedback is welcomed from across the approximately seven million people who apply online for a passport each year, and their experiences continue to help inform further refinement to best meet the needs of HM Passport Office and all of its customers.
Examination of witnesses. Committee adjourned.
Examination of witnesses. Committee adjourned.
Programme motion agreed to. The Committee deliberated in private. Examination of witnesses. Committee adjourned. Written evidence reported to the House.
Programme motion agreed to. The Committee deliberated in private. Examination of witnesses. Committee adjourned. Written evidence reported to the House.