# UK government considers restricting smart glasses sales over covert filming concerns

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- The Guardian, 2026-11-04 20:43 UTC
- Tech
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/nov/04/uk-government-considers-smart-glasses-ban-over-secret-filming-concerns

> The UK government is considering restrictions on smart glasses amid concerns they are being used to secretly film women. Safeguarding minister Satvir Kaur said officials are exploring limits on their use in certain settings and sales to particular users. She noted that some venues, including courts, already prohibit cameras.