Re: FN-FORUM Newspaper Editorial

date posted 23rd January 2003 17:04

> I've just been asked to write an editorial for the local paper.
>
> 200 words and complete freedom of subject matter.
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> Must be complete by tomorrow lunchtime.
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> I'm looking for ideas, content, must be topical with today's issues and
> promote technology.
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> Any ideas....
>

Biometric technology which identifies people by the shape of the face,
pattern of the iris or fingerprint is in the news today - somewhere on the
beeb site I think. References to anti fraud and counter terrorism could make
it quite topical... and the 'Big Brother' slant make it a teeny bit
provocative (no, not that stupid game show!)

HTH, Paul.