​​Police Stop and Search Rights under the Terrorism Act

• Every person has a right to photograph in a public place
• It is not against the law to photograph a police officer undertaking normal duties
• The police do have a duty to investigate incidents which may give rise to suspicion
• If stopped by a police officer remain calm and polite
• You are not required to give any personal details unless driving a car or you are arrested
• Officers may stop and search and view images if they believe they could be used in connection with terrorism
• Officers have no power to delete images
• PCSOs may not search without a police officer present
• You must be provided with a copy of the Stop & Search slip which will include the officer’s identity.
• We all need to be vigilant against terrorism and support the police where possible as well as protect our rights to photograph in a public place.

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