(29 Oct 2015, 11:40 am)nk55 wrote Bulls**t pal, read the law, there are numerous reasons why photos cant be taken. If i dont want my photo taken, then as a human being that is my legal right and posting this on a public forum is breaching MY human rights wether your taking a photo on public land or not.
Article 8 of HRA : https://www.liberty-human-rights.org.uk/...amily-life
I would say Article 8 does not apply, as photogaphs are not taken covertly, and the Act has not been breached under any other condition - Unless repeated photographs were being taken of an individual to the point of Harrassment, then this could be dealt with seperately as Harrassment.
It is interesting that even the Police have no power to stop themselves being filmed in a public place:
Following a prolonged campaign, including a series of demonstrations by photographers dealt with by Police Officers and PCSOs, the Metropolitan Police was forced to issue updated legal advice which now confirms that 'Members of the public and the media do not need a permit to film or photograph in public places and police have no power to stop them filming or photographing incidents or police personnel' and that 'The power to stop and search someone no longer exists
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Photograph...hotography
So, If you've decided to work in the public arena, then you should accept the occasional inconvenience. Some may say a friendly approach to your public service career/job is an advantage! (And taking a grumpy stand to enthusiasts, begs the question if you're in the right profession ...- or not)