Corporate CCTV Policy - March 2026

2. Objectives

2.1. It is important that everyone and especially those charged with operating the CCTV systems on behalf of the Council understand exactly why each of the CCTV systems and each camera used as part of a CCTV system has been introduced and what the cameras should and should not be used for. 
 
2.2. Each CCTV system will have its own site or task specific objectives. These could include some or all the following:  

•    Protecting areas and premises used by council officers and the public. 
•    Deterring and detecting crime and anti-social behaviour. 
•    Assisting in the identification of and apprehension of offenders. 
•    Deterring violent or aggressive behaviour towards council officers. 
•    Traffic management including on-site traffic and car park management. 
•    Traffic regulation enforcement. 
•    Protecting council property and assets. 
•    Assisting in grievances, formal complaints and investigations. 
•    Monitoring operational environments.