The provision of CCTV cameras in Allerdale forms an important
role in preventing and detecting crime and improving community
safety. The Council realizes that it is vital that the information
contained in CCTV footage is treated confidentially and with the
utmost integrity at all times. There are occasions where data
generated by the CCTV system may be made by third parties for any
one or more of the following purposes.
- Providing evidence in criminal
proceedings
- Providing evidence in civil proceedings
or tribunals
- The prevention of crime
- The investigation and detection of crime,
this may include identification of offenders
- Identification of witnesses