Research and analysis

Police survey 2022: responses and key findings

Analysis of the results of a survey of police forces on their use of overt surveillance camera systems in public places.

Applies to England and Wales

Documents

The use of overt surveillance camera systems in public places by police forces in England and Wales: An assessment of compliance with the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 and the Surveillance Camera Code of Practice

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This paper builds on the initial analysis of responses to a survey sent to police forces in England and Wales which was published in November 2022.

It presents the information provided by the 39 forces that submitted responses, highlights key findings, and makes some high-level observations.

Published 15 February 2023
Last updated 16 February 2023 + show all updates
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