At the launch event on 16 December, FRA focused on the implications on fundamental rights of the use of the large-scale information systems and their interoperability. FRA spoke of the potential fundamental rights risks, with respect to the protection of personal data, protection against non-discrimination, and right to an effective remedy and the need to properly implement safeguards.
FRA drew on its report Under watchful eyes – biometrics, EU IT-systems and fundamental rights.
FRA participated in several ODIHR expert consultation meetings, during the preparation of the policy brief.