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NaCTSO Competent Persons Scheme: Update
Update from the NaCTSO Competent Persons Scheme. What is next?
Apr 5, 20234 min read
We have received some interesting information relating to Hikvision CCTV cameras and the UK Gov.
We have received some interesting information relating to Hikvision CCTV cameras and the UK Gov. So, is a ban in place, or not?
Dec 19, 20222 min read
NaCTSO Competent Persons Scheme: Update
Update from the NaCTSO Competent Persons Scheme. Survey results and next steps including the release of a PIN.
Dec 9, 20222 min read
Manchester Arena Inquiry Volume Two report published – national policing response
The second volume of the Manchester Arena Inquiry report has been published.
Nov 4, 20222 min read
Speeding drivers to be fined by Wandsworth Council
Drivers in south west London are the first in England to face being fined by a local council for speeding.
Oct 25, 20221 min read
CPNI launches training course for security control room operators
The Centre for Protection of National Infrastructure (CPNI) has recently launched a new training course for security control room operators.
Oct 14, 20221 min read
WhatsApp Users Beware: Dangerous Mobile Trojan Being Distributed via Malicious Mod
Among other things, users who download the app could end up having their WhatsApp account details stolen.
Oct 14, 20223 min read
Policing TV
One of a series of really well presented podcasts that provide insightful comment from three experienced former police professionals
Sep 9, 20221 min read
Sadiq Khan issued with legal challenge after 'terrifying' number plate camera decision
The mayor of London has given the Metropolitan Police access to more data from a larger number of ANPR cameras around London.
Aug 4, 20223 min read
Convenience store spy cameras face legal challenge
The Southern Co-Op chain is facing a legal challenge to its use of facial recognition technology to cut crime.
Jul 27, 20222 min read
MPs call for UK ban on two Chinese CCTV firms
A group of 67 MPs and Lords have called on the government to ban the sale and use of Hikvision and Dahua surveillance equipment in the UK.
Jul 4, 20223 min read
Surveillance Camera Commissioner puts trust at centre of campaign to block Chinese cameras
Biometrics & Surveillance Camera Commissioner, Fraser Sampson, is putting trust at the centre of his warning about Chinese camera makers
Jun 16, 20223 min read
Mark Elen Completes 'Ride London'
I’m glad to say, today [Sunday] I completed Ride London. 102 Miles in 6 hours and 5 Minutes and averaging 16.8 mph.
May 30, 20221 min read
Buy the British standards that apply to private security
You can buy the British standards at a 30% discount.
May 19, 20221 min read
Where does CCTV sit within London counter-terrorism?
Lord Harris's review of London counter-terrorism has a lot to say about CCTV. We digest the main points in this 2 minute read.
Apr 14, 20224 min read
Concerns about how police process CCTV images for the courts
A recent NPCC conference on CCTV raised concerns for us around how police are being asked to package and present video evidence to courts.
Mar 15, 20224 min read
ICO publishes new guidance to clarify law on domestic CCTV
ICO publishes new guidance on domestic CCTV after court orders man to pay £100,000 to neighbour for data protection breach
Mar 10, 20222 min read
Vacancy: Public Space Surveillance Technical Supervisor
This role is based within the Civil Protection (CP) Service, in our Public Space Surveillance (PSS) Team.
Mar 9, 20221 min read
Lords express regret at lack of guidance in Surveillance Camera Code of Practice
House of Lords complain about lack of protections for civil liberties in Government strategy for CCTV
Feb 4, 20227 min read
Government publishes Protect Duty consultation findings
Majority of respondents support tougher security measures to ensure preparedness for and protection from terrorist attacks.
Jan 15, 20223 min read
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