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  1. Dunfermline taxi CCTV scheme helps drive down crime

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    A scheme that involved installing CCTV systems in taxis across Dunfermline has proven to be so effective that it’s now being extended to other neighbouring areas, a recent news report in the local media has been able to find.

    During a pilot only one of the 41 taxi frauds happened in a vehicle fitted with CCTV and the culprit was caught.

    In the same period, there were just two other crimes in taxis equipped with cameras.

    Fife’s licensing enforcement officer Donald Jenks said the cameras had had a measurable deterrent effect and had improved safety and cut crime. Mr Jenks said 25 operators in the surrounding areas had expressed an interest in fitting cameras, meaning 91 vehicles across the region would be covered.

    CCTV Surveillance has an extensive experience in providing customers with complete and comprehensive CCTV solutions, that adhere to the highest security standards. In fact, all of our surveillance products are fully compliant with the UK Police Requirements.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions.

  2. New rules for household CCTV systems come into force following recent ruling in Europe

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    The way domestic or household CCTV is governed in the UK has recently changed following an EU ruling, a recent news report has been able to reveal.

    Under the new regulations, if one’s home CCTV system covers, even partially, any areas beyond the boundaries of their property, such as neighboring gardens or the street, then it will no longer be exempt from the Data Protection Act (DPA) under the domestic purposes exemption.

    CCTV systems filming even limited views of a public space are now required to be registered with the Information commissioner’s Office and will be subject to a number of other requirements such as the use of specific signage.

    Owners must also be aware that if their system covers an area beyond their home’s boundary they will also be subject to many of the same requirements in terms of the protection and provision of data as larger organizations.

    CCTV Surveillance has an extensive experience in providing customers with complete and comprehensive CCTV solutions, that adhere to the highest security standards. In fact, all of our surveillance products are fully compliant with the UK Police Requirements.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions and queries.   

  3. Surveillance commissioner warns against local councils switching off CCTV systems

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    The UK’s surveillance camera commissioner has issued a stark warning against the dangers posed by local councils switching off CCTV surveillance systems in a bid to save on cash, a recent news report has revealed.

    Tony Porter said switching off cameras would mean the police would find it harder to detect crime. He also argued that budget cuts had led councils to decide to spend less on public space CCTV, meaning there was less money for staff training, poorer understanding of legal issues and a reduced service.

    Mr Porter also said that councils could face greater scrutiny of their use of CCTV, including potential inspections and enforcement.

    CCTV Surveillance has a proven long-term experience in providing customers with complete and comprehensive CCTV solutions, that adhere to the highest security standards. In fact, all of our surveillance products are fully compliant with the UK Police Requirements.

    The CCTV software enables “live” footage to be viewed remotely from any or all connected CCTV cameras as events happen and without degradation of video quality, allowing you to monitor your premises when offsite.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated team is ready to answer all of your questions.

  4. CCTV and speed cameras on A180 now active

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    Average speed and CCTV cameras installed on the A180 near Immingham are now live, the Highways Agency has recently confirmed.

    The cameras have been installed in order to enforce a 50mph limit in both directions near the Brocklesby Interchange.

    The change of speed is to allow for the A160/A180 Port of Immingham Improvement Scheme, which will see the Brocklesby Interchange revamped with a new roundabout and junction system, the dualling of the A160 into Immingham Dock, and further improvements.

    CCTV Surveillance has an extensive level of experience in the installation and maintenance of both large and small CCTV systems capable of providing your site with a sophisticated monitoring system. By using the right cameras and DVR’s for your requirements you can be assured that your CCTV system will surpass your expectations.

    Our models of CCTV camera have colour CCD sensors, so footage will always be recorded in full colour. We also provide cameras with a range of facilities to cater for different light range or colours enabling clear pictures whether day or night.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions and queries.

  5. CCTV camera monitoring to be scrapped across Carmarthenshire due to funding cuts

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    In spite of a rather adverse public reaction, the CCTV system across Carmarthenshire is set to be scrapped after the local authority has withdrawn £104,000 for the camera network as part of spending cuts, a recent news report has been able to reveal.

    Although cameras in Ammanford, Burry Port, Carmarthen and Llanelli will be retained, the recorded footage captured by 87 cameras will no longer be monitored live, which means that four members of staff will also be made redundant.

    It follows Police and Crime Commissioner Christopher Salmon’s decision to withdraw around £44,000 in funding for the service in January 2015. Back then, an independent review, commissioned by Mr Salmon, found there was no case to support active monitoring of public CCTV.

    The review also found there was little evidence that cameras deterred violent or alcohol related crime.

    CCTV Surveillance has a proven long-term experience in providing customers with complete and comprehensive CCTV solutions, that adhere to the highest security standards. In fact, all of our surveillance products are fully compliant with the UK Police Requirements.

    The CCTV software enables “live” footage to be viewed remotely from any or all connected CCTV cameras as events happen and without degradation of video quality, allowing you to monitor your premises when offsite.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated team is ready to answer all of your questions.

  6. Rotherham taxis could be fitted with CCTV in wake of grooming scandal

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    Taxis in Rotherham could be fitted with CCTV systems as part of tougher regulations imposed by the local Council following the infamous grooming scandal that shocked the UK, a recent news report in the local media has been able to find.

    The Council has launched a new four-week consultation on plans to make a series of changes to its Hackney Carriage and Private Hire Policy, with one of the main ideas being to require CCTV systems to be fitted in all of Rotherham’s 800 taxis.

    Commissioner Mary Ney, who is responsible for licensing for Rotherham Borough Council, said: “At the heart of the new policy lies a commitment to the protection of the public, the safeguarding of children and the vulnerable, and the prevention of crime and disorder. It seeks to set a standard that is among the highest in the country with the intention of both protecting the public and rebuilding confidence in the taxi trade following the Jay and Casey Reports. The policy will make it extremely difficult for disreputable individuals to operate within the Rotherham licensed trade.”

    CCTV Surveillance has an extensive experience in providing customers with complete and comprehensive CCTV solutions, that adhere to the highest security standards. In fact, all of our surveillance products are fully compliant with the UK Police Requirements.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions.

  7. CCTV system praised for major role in driving down crime across Shropshire town

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    The group running the CCTV system in Oswestry, Shropshire, has been praised for their effectiveness in reducing crime levels across the town, a recent news report in the local media has been able to reveal.

    Oswestry Inspector Rik Klair and Oswestry’s CCTV co-ordinator, Jim Stafford, revealed that there are now 22 volunteers who dedicate their time to ensuring the town is safe and the police force have nominated them for a Lord Ferrers award for police support volunteers.

    Chairman of the CCTV group, Councillor Peter Cherrrington thanked the team for their hard work.

    “As chairman, I’d like to congratulate Inspector Rik Klair and Jim Stafford on their handwork and what a success it’s been. It’s such a worthwhile project and the number of offences has reduced greatly.”

    CCTV Surveillance has a very comprehensive level of expertise in the field of security installations, delivering high-quality, bespoke installations, designed to perfectly match the customers’ needs.

    One of the main features of our CCTV systems is that they are integrated to work with a standard PC monitor via sophisticated CCTV software that allows individual users to set their own criteria for viewing selected footage from particular CCTV cameras within the network. Password and security features limit the viewing of certain cameras to specific groups of people, enabling you to securely manage who is able to see particular areas of activity.

    The CCTV software enables “live” footage to be viewed remotely from any or all connected CCTV cameras as events happen and without degradation of video quality, allowing you to monitor your premises when offsite.

    Its site tree facility allows servers and individual cameras to be accessed quickly, and the inclusion of the multi-site viewing facility makes the management of sites more efficient and responses to events even quicker.

    Remote management of your CCTV network via LAN, WAN, or the internet is also possible through the CCTV software. Historical footage can be viewed remotely, and DVR setup parameters can be configured.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions.

  8. Local authorities in Aberystwyth urged to reinstate CCTV system following mass brawl

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    A local council has been urged to reinstate the public CCTV system in the area following a mass brawl that saw a single person being arrested, a recent news report could reveal.

    Appeals have been made to restart CCTV cameras in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, which were shut down in April 2014 as a result of council cutbacks.

    Dyfed-Powys Police and Crime Commissioner Christopher Salmon said it was “impossible” to say whether CCTV would have made any difference, while Ceredigion council said it had “no plans” to reinstate the CCTV.

    CCTV Surveillance has a very comprehensive level of expertise in the field of security installations, delivering high-quality, bespoke installations, designed to perfectly match the customers’ needs.

    One of the main features of our CCTV systems is that they are integrated to work with a standard PC monitor via sophisticated CCTV software that allows individual users to set their own criteria for viewing selected footage from particular CCTV cameras within the network. Password and security features limit the viewing of certain cameras to specific groups of people, enabling you to securely manage who is able to see particular areas of activity.

    The CCTV software enables “live” footage to be viewed remotely from any or all connected CCTV cameras as events happen and without degradation of video quality, allowing you to monitor your premises when offsite.

    Its site tree facility allows servers and individual cameras to be accessed quickly, and the inclusion of the multi-site viewing facility makes the management of sites more efficient and responses to events even quicker.

    Remote management of your CCTV network via LAN, WAN, or the internet is also possible through the CCTV software. Historical footage can be viewed remotely, and DVR setup parameters can be configured.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions.

  9. Number of incidents recorded on CCTV in Lincoln up by 23 percent

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    The number of incidents logged and analysed by CCTV operators in Lincoln has soared by 23 percent over the last year, a recent news report in the local media has been able to reveal.

    Steve Bird, Assistant Director for Communities and Street Scene at the City of Lincoln Council, said monitoring is now much broader. He explained: “Additional training now means that the operators can be more proactive in their monitoring and are able to identify those persons known to commit crime and monitor them, if they are within their known area of operation.

    “This helps to prevent crime from taking place as people are often aware they are being monitored and they adjust their behaviour accordingly.

    “The recorded rise in the number of ‘incidents’ is also due to a new approach in the way the CCTV operators work.

    “They are now much more involved in monitoring the city centre in a wider sense, not only for possible crimes being committed but also, for example, to keep an eye out for people reported as missing or for those who may be considering self-harm.”

    CCTV Surveillance has a very comprehensive level of expertise in the field of security installations, delivering high-quality, bespoke installations, designed to perfectly match the customers’ needs.

    One of the main features of our CCTV systems is that they are integrated to work with a standard PC monitor via sophisticated CCTV software that allows individual users to set their own criteria for viewing selected footage from particular CCTV cameras within the network. Password and security features limit the viewing of certain cameras to specific groups of people, enabling you to securely manage who is able to see particular areas of activity.

    The CCTV software enables “live” footage to be viewed remotely from any or all connected CCTV cameras as events happen and without degradation of video quality, allowing you to monitor your premises when offsite.

    Its site tree facility allows servers and individual cameras to be accessed quickly, and the inclusion of the multi-site viewing facility makes the management of sites more efficient and responses to events even quicker.

    Remote management of your CCTV network via LAN, WAN, or the internet is also possible through the CCTV software. Historical footage can be viewed remotely, and DVR setup parameters can be configured.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions.

  10. Stevenage-based CCTV centre monitors over 800 cameras

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    A Stevenage-based CCTV monitoring centre that grown from overseeing just 11 cameras in the new town to being accountable for more than 800 cameras across two counties, a recent news report has been able to reveal.

    The Hertfordshire CCTV Partnership was established in 1995 as part of Stevenage Borough Council and has steadily expanded in the two decades since. It now monitors more than 800 cameras across two counties, keeping an eye on what’s going on in Royston, Baldock, Hitchin and Letchworth as well as other towns.

    Staff regularly work with the police when they see crimes being committed, and are often asked to help find missing people and criminals on the loose.

    Despite its growth the partnership’s running costs have fallen by nearly £90,000 over the past five years. In fact, the costs of running the network were of around £180,000 last year – something manager Michael Read puts down to outsourcing a lot of the work and creating new business.

    “The operators are from a private company we hire in and the police send officers who are on restricted duties to collect CCTV evidence.

    “All we provide is the disks so we’re spending nothing on labour which has saved us a fortune.” he commented.

    CCTV Surveillance has a very comprehensive level of expertise in the field of security installations, delivering high-quality, bespoke installations, designed to perfectly match the customers’ needs.

    One of the main features of our CCTV systems is that they are integrated to work with a standard PC monitor via sophisticated CCTV software that allows individual users to set their own criteria for viewing selected footage from particular CCTV cameras within the network. Password and security features limit the viewing of certain cameras to specific groups of people, enabling you to securely manage who is able to see particular areas of activity.

    The CCTV software enables “live” footage to be viewed remotely from any or all connected CCTV cameras as events happen and without degradation of video quality, allowing you to monitor your premises when offsite.

    Its site tree facility allows servers and individual cameras to be accessed quickly, and the inclusion of the multi-site viewing facility makes the management of sites more efficient and responses to events even quicker.

    Remote management of your CCTV network via LAN, WAN, or the internet is also possible through the CCTV software. Historical footage can be viewed remotely, and DVR setup parameters can be configured.

    If you want to find out more about our high-end surveillance and security solutions, our dedicated product team is ready to answer all of your questions.