“29,000 Police Officers to Secure King Charles’ Coronation in England”
British Police to Use Facial Recognition for Public Safety During King Charles III’s Coronation Ceremony
As preparations for King Charles III of England’s coronation ceremony ramp up, the British police are planning to use facial recognition technology in central London. The system will focus on identifying people whose attendance may raise public safety concerns, including those wanted for various crimes or those against whom an arrest warrant has been issued by the courts.
However, the event has garnered warnings from other countries. The Canadian government has posted a travel warning on its official website, cautioning its citizens traveling to England to attend the ceremony to be careful about the “possible threat of terrorist attack.” The statement cited recent attacks in London, including the knife attack on London Bridge and the vehicle attack on Westminster Bridge, and indicated that there is a likelihood of future attacks in public places using weapons such as knives and vehicles, as well as explosions. The warning also included advice to always check surroundings in public places and to be cautious when attending public celebrations, sporting events, religious ceremonies, and political events.
As the coronation ceremony draws near, the British police and security forces will remain vigilant in safeguarding public safety and ensuring a smooth and peaceful event.
