“Privacy Laws” mean Police can’t review CCTV of Didcot theft

We all know of the impact of GDPR and Privacy Laws on our daily lives, it seems in Didcot those same laws are causing a headache for Police. After a bike theft from Didcot’s Orchard Gate Centre, the Police asked the centre management for footage of the crime but this was refused. Mr Ellis who’s ...

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More CCTV needed in Aberdeen

Busy Aberdeen area George Street has become a hot bed of crime, and locals are calling for more cameras to monitor the street to assist Police patrols in the area. (above) Union Street above, has had extra CCTV cameras installed to help with crime. “We have been calling for this for years since CCTV was ...

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19 out of 70 Borders CCTV Cameras Don’t Work

It has been reported that the Scottish Borders CCTV system has been allowed to fall into disrepair meaning 19 of the 70 cameras are currently not working correctly. There has been calls to find out why it’s been allowed to happen and the steps being put in place to repair the broken cameras. Tweeddale East ...

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Flying Scotsman train gets CCTV

The iconic train The Flying Scotsman has been fitted with a front facing CCTV camera to capture and deter illegal train spotters who have been causing major problems for the train and other trains using the lines before and after. CCTV cameras are to deter and catch the worst trespassers looking to get the best ...

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Dog Thefts – Most Stolen Dog Breeds 2019

Staffies and French Bulldogs in Yorkshire / North West Areas Top the Most Stolen List Of all the things thieves can take, your beloved dog is one of the hardest to bear. Yet dog theft is on the rise, according to crime statistics from around the UK. Security company CCTV.co.uk want to highlight the risks ...

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CCTV view of burglar breaking in to home through window with crowbar

10 Ways to Deter Burglars

Immerse yourself into the mind of a burglar as we take a look at ten simple changes you can make to your home that will deter thieves. 1. Visible door locks and window locks The most common points of entry for burglars are front doors, back doors and ground floor windows. Put a visible lock ...

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Making Sure Your CCTV Cameras are in the Correct Positions

This would seem obvious, wouldn’t it? But there have been cases where people have highlighted privacy issues with CCTV cameras. Put simply, you must make sure any cameras you install are not jeopardising the privacy of anyone else. For example, they shouldn’t point at anything other than your property, driveway, or garden. If they show ...

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How Do You Know When it is Time to Upgrade Your CCTV System?

If you have CCTV, there’s no need to get a new system, right? Well… not necessarily. It depends on the age of that system, and whether it is delivering the results you want from it. While many modern systems are future-proof, older ones simply get older and less reliable as they age. Here are three ...

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How CCTV Can Help with Home Insurance

Have you ever considered how closed-circuit television could influence how much you pay for your home insurance? While there is no guarantee it will be cheaper if you install CCTV cameras, many insurance companies do take this into account. So, if you’re looking for some benefits, how about bearing these in mind? You could get ...

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3 Things You Can Monitor with Home CCTV

Home CCTV is already in place across many properties in the UK. If you are considering installing it too, you’re probably focusing on home security above all else. The idea of preventing and deterring burglars from picking your home is very appealing. However, did you know there are other things you can keep an eye ...

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Will Your New CCTV System Come with Technical Support?

It should do, if you’re going to buy a system you can trust. It is very easy to pick up a DIY CCTV kit in a store, swayed by the positive wording on the package, not to mention the affordable price. But when you get it home, will you know exactly how to install it ...

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3 Advantages of Wireless CCTV Systems

Wireless CCTV systems are readily available nowadays, and for many people, they are the preferred way to run a closed-circuit television system. There are plenty of reasons why you should go wireless if you’re thinking about protecting your property. Moreover, all these reasons work just as well for businesses and private properties, so whatever you ...

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Burglary: Not the Only Crime CCTV Can Prevent

Whenever you see closed-circuit television cameras around, you know they are there to protect the property from burglary. Few burglars would be brave (or silly) enough to burgle a property in Blackpool that has CCTV monitoring the surrounding area. No one wants to get caught on camera breaking the law, which is one of the ...

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Did You Know There is No Need to Spend a Small Fortune on CCTV?

If you’ve arrived on our site, the chances are reasonably good that you either have no CCTV at present, or you have an old system that is no longer delivering the results you want. There is also a good chance you’re wondering just how expensive a new CCTV kit would be to buy for your ...

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Still Muddling Along with an Old CCTV System?

It makes sense that you would want to get your money’s worth out of your CCTV system. For example, if you already have CCTV cameras, chances are you may not be too concerned about replacing it if it works just fine. But is it working as well as you think it is? Review these elements ...

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