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  1. Fylde coast to benefit from £80,000 CCTV system overhaul scheme

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    Fylde Council’s cabinet will approve plans for an £80,000 scheme to replace 19 CCTV cameras after many were found to be out of date, a news report reveals.

    After agreeing to an initial proposal back in December, the council’s cabinet is set to add a further £36,000 to plans. The improvements are greatly needed, since a report to the cabinet by council officer Bryan Ward revealed that 19 cameras used in Fylde are in need of urgent replacement.

    Coun Cheryl Little, portfolio holder for social wellbeing, said: “Most of the cameras are more than 10 years old and were increasingly breaking down. I am really pleased we are putting the money towards it and are able to help and give reassurance to Fylde residents.”

    CCTV Surveillance offers an extensive range of surveillance cameras, targeting a variety of customers and meeting a wide array of installation demands. Whether we’re talking about small and ultra-compact bullet cameras, covert cameras, dome cameras or even infra-red CCTV Cameras that “see” in absolute darkness, CCTV Surveillance has it all.

    Additionally, CCTV Surveillance offers a comprehensive set of digital video recording solutions and control software, designed to help users easily review CCTV footage, at the best possible quality.

    CCTV Surveillance also touts 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. Police asks home CCTV owners for help to catch car thieves

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    Officers from the North West neighbourhood police team (NPT) in Horbury and South Ossett, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, have asked people with home security cameras to help them stop thieves who are breaking into unlocked cars, a news report reveals.

    The thefts occurred on a few streets in the area. Unfortunately, since Horbury is the only town in the Wakefield without CCTV cameras, the police was forced to ask for help from residents on tracking the thieves.

    Insp Jo Mercer, of the North West NPT, said: “Residents can assist us by ensuring their vehicles are locked and secure and that valuable items are removed from display. This type of crime in this area is unusual but it is clear there are opportunist thieves out and about. We have secured CCTV in the relevant areas but if anyone has any footage we are unaware of or any information at all regarding the thefts please contact us.”

    As a market leader in the field of surveillance systems, CCTV Surveillance offers a wide range of products designed to meet the needs of home owners who wish to make their properties more secure by installing a CCTV camera system.

    We provide an array of high-end, yet affordable CCTV cameras, designed to meet any security requirement and easy to install in just about any location. Whether we’re talking about small and ultra-compact bullet cameras, covert cameras, dome cameras or even infra-red CCTV Cameras that “see” in absolute darkness, CCTV Surveillance has it all.

    Additionally, CCTV Surveillance also offers a comprehensive set of digital video recording solutions and control software, designed to help users easily review CCTV footage, at the best possible quality.

    So, if you’re seriously considering upgrading your building’s security, why not get in touch, the dedicated CCTV Surveillance product team will help you choose the best solution to suit your specific requirements.  

  3. Litterers to be placed under mobile CCTV surveillance, fined

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    Anyone caught littering in Preston, Lancashire, via the CCTV cameras worn by council street cleaners, can be issued with a fixed penalty fine of £80, a news report reveals.
     
    More than 2,200 tonnes of litter and fly-tipped rubbish is dropped in Preston every year, which costs around £2m a year to clean up. So, in order to save money, the Council waste enforcement bosses  have decided to tackle this problem head-on, using footage recorded by the portable CCTV cameras council cleaners were issued with around four years ago.
     
    CCTV Surveillance is a market leader in the field of security and surveillance installations, offering a full range of affordable digital CCTV body cameras, that can be very easily configured in order to perfectly match the users’ exact requirements.
     
    These special cameras require a special lens to be attached, depending on the surveillance requirements. CCTV Surveillance offers a variety of such lenses at affordable price points, including here Vari-focal lenses, that allow users to easily zoom in and out.
     
    Our most popular vari-focal lenses are the 3-8mm infrared compensated aspherical varifocal lens, delivering a high quality construction and a DC auto-iris, as well as a lower-cost version, designed to be used with 1/3″ or 1/4″ CS mount CCTV cameras with DC iris control.
     
    If you want to find out more about our body cameras or have any other queries, the dedicated CCTV Surveillance product team is eagerly waiting for your calls. 

  4. Home Office reports 60% increase in terrorism-related arrests

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    245 terrorism arrests were made in the year to September 30 2012, a 60% increase compared to the previous year, says a new report from the Home Office.

    The report contains statistical data relating to the Terrorism Act 2000 and submitted by a variety of official bodies, including the Association of Chief Police Officers, Crown Prosecution Service, National Offender Management Service, Scottish Prison Service and police forces in Great Britain.

    Of the 245 arrested persons, 45 (18%) were actually charged with an offence. 10 have already been convicted of a terrorism-related offence, while 25 more were awaiting prosecution in mid-January.

    Quite obviously, most (if not all) of these arrests were made following a very strict surveillance procedure, using a variety of more or less covert cameras, which is exactly CCTV Surveillance’s area of expertise.

    CCTV Surveillance offers a range of bullet cameras, that can be easily installed in various locations where space and price are very important. Moreover, our company also specializes in the installation of Covert Cameras, that can be hidden in a variety of locations, depending on the user’s specific needs and requirements, in full compliance with the Data Protection Act.

    Additionally, as a market leader in the field of security, CCTV Surveillance also 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.

  5. CCTV system hacked to help poker player win $32 million

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    An Australian casino’s own security systems were turned against it, allowing a team of fraudsters to win an impressive $32m in a high-stakes poker game, an article in the local press reveals.

    The Crown casino in Melbourne was involved in a fraud worthy of a Hollywood blockbuster script, perpetrated by a group of high-tech scammers.

    The group used an accomplice that was a regular of the house, having previously spent a lot of money in the Casino. They had him join a high-stakes poker game, and then provided him with vital information regarding the other player’s hands, gained after hacking into the casino’s CCTV system.

    The fraud was eventually discovered and the high-rolling player evicted and banned from the casino’s premises for life.

    It’s quite clear that the casino’s own internal security system had some faults that were cleverly exploited by the team of fraudsters, although there’s still an investigation being carried out regarding some specific details of the breach.

    This proves only too well just how important is for any such venue to have a comprehensive access control and surveillance system installed, and this is exactly the type of service CCTV Surveillance can offer your business.

    Together with our parent company, Tensor,  we can provide a completely integrated, highly secure surveillance and access control system. We’re experts in installing a variety of CCTV cameras and digital recorders, designed to meet even the most demanding installation requirements. Our high-end software enables users to monitor their systems even from the Internet, while the multi-site viewing facility makes the management of sites more efficient and responses to events even quicker.

    Moreover, Tensor’s comprehensive range of access control solutions will enable customers to set specific access rules for any location, providing full monitoring for any site and preventing any security breaches of the type described above.

  6. BSIA to showcase the latest developments in CCTV technology

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    The British Security Industry Association (BSIA) has announced plans to host a series of seminars and exhibitions, aimed at exploring the latest developments in the CCTV sector.

    The BSIA is the trade association representing the UK’s private security industry, including a large number of CCTV manufacturers and installers. CCTV Surveillance Ltd.‘s parent company, Tensor PLC, as a market leader in the field of digital CCTV cameras and recording surveillance systems installations and maintenance, is also a valued member of the BSIA.

    Beside allowing security installers, consultants and experts to get accustomed to the latest innovations in this field, BSIA’s seminars will also enable participants to learn about the Government’s new Code of Practice from representatives of the Home Office.

    Furthermore, an exhibition will also enable delegates to meet with a number of manufacturers and see products on display.

    BSIA CCTV Section Chairman, Simon Adcock, comments: “This event represents a fantastic opportunity for anyone with an interest in CCTV to catch up on the latest trends and developments in technology, with presentations covering topics as wide-ranging as transmission, recording and control to energy saving, lighting and remote monitoring.”

    “With time set aside for questions and answers, delegates will benefit from individual advice from industry experts and Government representatives, and I look forward to sharing the broad knowledge and best practice of BSIA members with the wider CCTV community.” 

  7. Surveillance equipment sales set for 160% revenue growth over the next 4 years

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    It seems that surveillance equipment manufacturers and installers have a very bright future ahead of them, given the fact that sales for surveillance equipment (especially wireless solutions) are set to increase by an impressive 160 percent between 2011 and 2013, according to a recent report.

    So, the compound rate of growth for wireless infrastructure equipment for video surveillance between 2011 and 2017 is estimated to attain around 17%, which will translate into an increase of revenue of roughly 160% over the period.

    According to the same report, in 2012, sales of video surveillance wireless infrastructure equipment rose by 11% and IMS expects an increase of 15% this year.

    While UK and US growth remains steady, the most important boom in the market will actually be recorded in the emerging markets, with China estimated to be the fastest-growing global market, achieving annual expansion of 28.8% through to 2017. The rest of Asia will follow with 27.9%. Elsewhere, IMS projects annual growth of 23.1% for Mexico and 17.4% for Brazil.

    CCTV Surveillance offers an extensive array of surveillance-related products, such as high-end CCTV cameras, DVRs or the advanced surveillance software that brings them all together.

    Whether we’re talking about Digital CCTV Body Cameras, Bullet Cameras, Covert Cameras, Dome Cameras and Infra-red CCTV Cameras, CCTV Surveillance’s lineup is able to meet all your surveillance and installation requirements. We also provide a wide array of DVRs, as well as digital storage solutions for the safekeeping of surveillance videos.

    Last, but certainly not least, it’s important to mention that our 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, while the site tree facility allows servers and individual cameras to be accessed quickly.

    If you’re interested in finding out more information regarding our specific product lines, do contact our dedicated sales team, they’re eagerly waiting for your query.  

  8. Local councils starting to shut down CCTV cameras due to budget cuts

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    CCTV surveillance in the public domain seems to be, unfortunately, on a downward spiral, as one in five councils has cut the number of CCTV cameras on the streets, raising concerns regarding the levels of safety and crime, a new report reveals.

    In fact, out of the 209 local authorities who’ve answered the Freedom of Information request made by a Labour MP, 46 councils have reported a reduction since 2010 or have no CCTV cameras at all. Obviously, the figures relate to “public-facing” CCTV cameras, managed by the authorities, not the ones installed in private institutions.

    Ms de Piero, the shadow Home Affairs minister, said: “Cuts which have gone too far and too fast have led to a situation where one in five local authorities has reduced the number of public CCTV cameras they operate since the last general election. CCTV is a vital tool in the fight against crime and the Government is making it harder for communities and authorities to use and place CCTV. Worryingly this also comes at a time when there are 15,000 fewer police officers and when many local authorities across the country have started to turn off street lighting just to save money.”

    Given these cuts in council-funded, public CCTV surveillance, it’s quite likely that more business and even home owners will decide to invest in their own safety and install such solutions on their premises.

    CCTV Surveillance has in store a wide array of surveillance solutions, whether we’re talking about CCTV cameras, DVRs or the PC software that makes them all work together and offers users a very comprehensive set of control, recording and playback options.

    We have an extensive experience in installing and setting up surveillance systems, and if you’re interested in having such a solution installed, do get in touch!  

  9. New CCTV system to be set up in Norfolk towns, volunteers needed

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    CCTV cameras to be installed in two Norfolk towns require volunteers to step up and manage the oversight process, in order to get the surveillance process up and running by the summer of 2013.

    The 12 surveillance cameras set to be installed in Diss and Wymondham will be managed by the South Norfolk Community CCTV Group, whose members are yet to volunteer for the job. The partnership between communities and the Norfolk Council has a budget of £66,000 for installing up the infrastructure and some of the initial cameras.

    Volunteers would possibly be needed to man the cameras at peak times, such as on Friday and Saturday nights. However, the CCTV cameras will be functioning non-stop, broadcasting images to the Norfolk police headquarters at Wymondham for monitoring.

    CCTV Surveillance is an expert in the installation and management of advanced security systems, with an extensive experience in setting up surveillance video cameras.

    Moreover, we offer a comprehensive range of digital DVR recording systems, as well as an advanced software solution for controlling one’s entire CCTV setup right from their computer, watching live surveillance feeds and retrieving evidence-quality footage, need-be. 

  10. Only 1.85 million CCTV cameras installed in the UK, claims report

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    Although the United Kingdom is often pictured as the country with the largest number of functioning CCTV systems installed, that’s apparently not exactly the case, a recent report estimating that the actual number of cameras currently working around the country is of just around 1.85 million, which is far from the previous estimates, of around 4.2 million.Only 1.85 million CCTV cameras installed in the UK, claims report

    The data comes as a result of an extensive study carried out by deputy chief constable of Cheshire, Graeme Gerrard, who’s also the lead on CCTV issues for the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO).

    After prompting a Cheshire-wide study regarding the use of CCTV within the business environment and extrapolating the data for the rest of the country, based on population and land use patterns, Mr. Gerrard concluded that there are around 1.7-million privately-owned cameras installed across the UK.

    By adding to that number the 33,433 cameras operated by local authorities and 115,000 as an estimate of the number of cameras on public transit throughout the UK, we get the 1.85 million figure.

    Of course, it remains to be seen whether the aforementioned report will prompt an overall review of the surveillance solutions installed across the country. If that’s the case, CCTV Surveillance is just the company to approach on such a matter, given our extensive expertise in the field of security and surveillance solutions.

    We offer a very comprehensive set of Digital CCTV Body Cameras and Lenses, including here Digital CCTV Bullet Cameras designed specifically for situations when space and price are very important factors, Digital CCTV Covert Cameras, that can be easily hidden within a variety of locations, as well as Infra-red CCTV Cameras, that are very popular due to their ability to see in ‘absolute darkness’.

    Furthermore, we also have in store a very comprehensive set of digital video recorders, not to mention a state of the art CCTV software application to bring the whole system together.