Applications - CCTV in taxis and private hire vehicles: Is CCTV in the back of a cab the ultimate intrusion into privacy or is it required to reduce the danger to taxi drivers from fare evasion, robbery or worse? We'll visit a council where CCTV is a condition of the private carriage license and they have been given grant money to fund the installation of secure units. But we'll also look at other areas of the country where they take a dimmer view of this type of surveillance.
- What type of technology is available and how much does it cost?
- Who is the owner of the data and how do we ensure video clips don't end up on Youtube?
- Real life examples of how CCTV in taxis have resulted in prosecutions for serious crimes.
As usual, if you have an angle on this article - either as a manufacturer, service provider or end-user - we welcome your news and views.
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