Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 February 2012
159 Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Justice and Equality if he is concerned with the number of security camera systems in the Dublin city area that are reportedly not working; if he is considering introducing new guidelines or a national strategy on the operation of CCTV and security camera systems around the country; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11821/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraA Community-Based CCTV Scheme was launched in 2005 to provide financial assistance to community-based groups towards the capital costs of establishing a Community CCTV System. To date 45 such CCTV Systems have been awarded funding under this Scheme.
The operation and maintenance of such CCTV Systems is a matter for each community based group and is governed by the Code of Practice for Community Based CCTV Systems. This Code of Practice includes the requirement to ensure that CCTV cameras are properly maintained and repaired.
Separate Garda CCTV systems are in operation throughout the country and I understand that they are functioning effectively.
Responsibility for the maintenance and repair of other CCTV Systems is a matter for the relevant operator.
