New guidance issued to police forces in England and Wales encourages the release of suspects' ethnic details in high-profile and sensitive investigations. The updated advice aims to balance transparency and the public interest with potential risks of discrimination and stereotyping. Authorities emphasize that ethnicity should only be disclosed when it is crucial to identifying a suspect or preventing immediate harm, and that clear justification must be provided. Civil liberties groups have expressed concerns, urging caution to avoid fueling prejudice.