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You can use CCTV to protect your property but you must put a sign and provide images on request to the police
You have the right to see CCTV footage of yourself under the Data Protection Act.
The Surveillance Camera Commissioner has a statutory role to provide the surveillance camera industry with a current list of recommended standards.
Procedures and guidance on capturing and recovering images, video and audio including standards for installing CCTV.
Guidance on what you need to do if you are considering installing (or have already installed) a CCTV system on your property.
Guidance for potential owners and operators of closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems where the video is intended to be used by the police.
Information from the Centre for Applied Science and Technology (CAST), including the database of police protective standards.
This privacy notice explains how DWP uses CCTV and body worn cameras and how you can request footage of yourself.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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