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[Peter Tomlinson]

Andrew Sutcliffe wrote:
> Here in the UK 
> it is now illegal to photograph a police officer, military personal 
> and people working for the secret service. What this means is that 
> you cannot now take a photograph in a public place without the threat 
> of 'anti terror' laws being imposed and thrown in jail for months 
> with no charge (you are not even allowed to know the 'case' against you)!
That statement is grossly over the top, but unfortunately a small 
minority of English police officers have exceeded their authority under 
the law and allowed this myth to spread. However, I would not recommend 
anyone to go up to the perimeter fence of a UK military field and take 
photos - unless it is an airshow day.

Peter