CCTV
Closed circuit television, otherwise known as CCTV has proved
itself in recent years to be a powerful weapon in the continuing
fight against crime, particularly when integrated with other crime
reduction methods such as retail 'radio-link' systems.
Dover District Council, Police, the Town Councils in Dover, Deal
and Sandwich, and Chambers of Commerce in Dover, Deal and Sandwich
are of the view that CCTV diminishes incidents of crime and
public disorder where it is either in place or will subsequently be
introduced. It also assists us in monitoring road safety and
improves community confidence creating a safer environment for
residents, traders, tourists and visitors alike. It creates an
improved climate of opportunity.
It is recognised that gaining and keeping public support for
such an initiative is vital. We therefore understand the need for a
comprehensive and effective Code of Practice defining the systems
operational parameters.
We will only utilise CCTV with the consent and support of the
local populace to assist in the fight against crime, whilst
ensuring that an individuals personal civil liberties are not
infringed upon. We therefore support all the principles contained
within the LGIU document 'A Watching Brief - A Model Codes of
Practice for CCTV' the Data Protection Act 1998, the European
Directive 95/46/EC, the Human Rights Act 1998 and the Regulatory
and Investigatory powers Act 2000. These principles are contained
within this document. All system design and operation will be based
on current Home Office, PSDB and Kent Police guidelines. The
CCTV scheme is registered with the Office of the Data Protection
Registrar, in compliance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
All partners are totally committed to complying with these Codes
in relation to the implementation and operation of CCTV. The Code
covering the operation of the system will therefore be made readily
available to the public at all local authority offices, public
libraries and Citizens' Advice Bureaux.
Contact CCTV
Email: parking@dover.gov.uk
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