Scottish Biometrics Commissioner Act 2020 (asp 8)

Code of practice

8 Key considerations in preparing the code

In preparing a draft code of practice, the Commissioner must have regard to the importance of—

(a) promoting and protecting human rights,

(b) promoting and protecting an individual’s right to privacy,

(c) promoting and protecting public confidence in the acquisition, retention, use and destruction of biometric data for criminal justice and police purposes, and

(d) ensuring the safety of individuals and communities.