Introduction
We use surveillance camera systems for a variety of purposes. This policy ensures these systems are used in a way that complies with legal requirements. These include:
- meeting our statutory obligations
- following relevant codes of practice
Aim
The aim of this policy is to set out our commitment and approach to meeting our legal obligations when using surveillance camera systems. Such legislation includes:
- Data Protection Act 2018
- UK General Data Protection Regulation
- Protection of Freedoms Act 2012
- any other applicable law concerning:
- the use of a surveillance camera system
- processing of personal data
This policy also supports our adherence to the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice (the Code) issued by the Biometrics and Surveillance Camera Commissioner (BSCC).
This policy must be read alongside our Data protection policy. This explains in more detail how we process personal data.
Scope
This policy covers all overt (visible) surveillance camera systems, including:
- CCTV
- body-worn video (BWV)
- dash-cams
- mobile cameras
- automatic number plate recognition (ANPR)
- drones
This policy does not apply to covert (secret) use of surveillance camera systems, which are regulated under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA).