SKIRMISHER

In the UK, installing x-ray cameras on lampposts to spot armed bad guys is good. Installing x-ray cameras that can also see through clothes is…well, much better.

But not everybody seems to be very happy about it.

According to a leaked memo “detection of weapons and explosives will become easier” if the scheme drawn up by Home Office officials is adopted.

However, officials acknowledged that it would be highly controversial as the cameras can “see” through clothing.

“The social acceptability of routine intrusive detection measures and the operational response required in the event of an alarm are likely to be limiting factors,” the memo warned.

“Privacy is an issue because the machines see through clothing.”

via METRO

Stumble it!