Closed circuit television (CCTV) records images of people in certain public places including town centres, roads, airports, and on public transport. CCTV images can be used as evidence in court. You can request CCTV recordings of yourself.
CCTV is designed to help prevent and detect crime. It can reassure the public about community safety. It is located in public places to:
- provide evidence to relevant enforcement agencies
- maintain public order
- prevent antisocial behaviour and nuisance
- provide reassurance
- promote economic well being
Cameras record images twenty four hours every day. CCTV operators watch lives images at strategic times in a local monitoring suite. If they notice criminal activity on camera, they can direct police response to the incident.