If you are a mobile user of the UK here is something which is of interest to you, which you probably did not know. The Metropolitan Police Force has secret inspection techniques for closely watching mobile phones and shut down the handsets while intercepting transmissions and collect information from a large number of users in particular area.

The MPF bought the technology from Datong PLC, which supplied the technology to MOD, the United States Secret Service and some Middle East regimes.

The surveillance system is listed as 'X' under the government protocol. It can compel
A large number of mobile phones to part with the IMSI and IMEI codes which will enable determining the user location within about 10 square feet area.

This secret technology will enable the police to conduct systematic and comprehensive monitoring.

According to Nick Pickles of Big Brother Watch, a civil liberties campaign unit, only those data pertaining to investigation requirements need be monitored. They must be used only for most important investigations. They must be authorized by the highest authority. Clarification regarding the usage of the technology and as to what sort of data has been collected.

According to Jonathan Lennon, a barrister, and specialist in the field is of the opinion that surveillance system interferes privacy. It is not fair to intercept the communications of people.

The metropolitan police service is bound to adopt the technology, the important and effective investigating method, to control crimes and for the safety of the individuals. A spokesperson of the Met said every activity that the MPS adopts is in accordance with the legislation.