Community CCTV schemes raise concerns over data protection

Community CCTV schemes, mostly funded by the Department of Justice, have expanded enormously in recent years, particularly in response to fears about crime in rural areas.

The formal community CCTV scheme funded by the Department of Justice made €1 million available for such schemes last year, with a similar budget expected for 2018 and 2019.

Source: Community CCTV schemes raise concerns over data protection