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Who has access to CCTV footage?
Anybody who has been caught on camera has the right to see the footage, in which they are identifiable. Under the 2018 Data Protection Act (GDPR), they are permitted to do this by submitting a subject access request for the relevant personal data.
Can the police view CCTV?
The police can get access to your CCTV camera footage but only when absolutely necessary. They will only ever ask for it in order to help solve crimes local to you and there are certain measures in place to ensure it is only used in safe and appropriate ways.
Does CCTV invade privacy?
Surveillance cameras are meant to keep you and other property safe, not to stalk you. Cameras are there not to invade a person’s privacy but to protect the public by deterring criminal activity and by providing material evidence when a crime has been caught on film.
Can CCTV be used in court?
CCTV can sometimes be used in court as evidence to prove someone was in a certain place or that they committed an offence. It can also improve community safety and prevent crime. For example, deterring someone committing a crime like robbery if they know CCTV will record their actions.
How long can you legally keep CCTV footage?
31 days
What is that time period, though? Generally, 31 days is the time that most CCTV users keep their recorded footage and it is also recommended by the police. However, this duration may be adjusted according to the severity of the incident.
How do you know if there is CCTV in the room?
Detecting Hidden Cameras With a Flashlight. Shining your flashlight through every room is another great way to detect covert cameras (works best in dark conditions). Glass surfaces, including wireless camera lenses, are reflective. If there are any spy cameras in the unit, the glass lens should reflect the light.
Do CCTV cameras really deter crime?
One study by Brighton University’s Health and Social Policy Research Centre flatly concluded that there is no evidence they are having any deterrent effect on criminals. In fact, the report says the incidence of violence and disorder in the areas covered by the cameras is on the increase.
Why choose our south east CCTV installation services?
We are the South East’s premier providers of high definition CCTV design, installation and maintenance. Working throughout Essex, London and the South East region including Epping, Barnet, Cambridge and London, we really know our stuff and can recommend, supply and install the best type of CCTV camera for your premises
Who can set up a CCTV system in the UK?
Anyone can set up a CCTV system. There is no licensing system. There is no government agency to provide oversight. The technology falls outside the protection of law, and the government has even made it exempt from planning requirements, so you can’t use your democratic rights to lobby your Council.
What type of CCTV camera do I need for my property?
Network Cameras. These cameras share the images across the internet, so CCTV footage can be easily accessed. Network cameras are ideal for both domestic and commercial purposes because you can see what’s going on whilst away from the property.