A need for greater use of CCTV in areas affected by crime
Summary
Fine Gael TD James Gahan discusses a new survey revealing strong public demand for increased CCTV usage to combat crime in Dublin. He highlights the significant gap in camera density compared to London and argues that while CCTV is not a panacea, it serves as a vital deterrent alongside high-visibility policing. Gahan notes that Garda applications for new cameras are frequently rejected due to a lack of investment, prompting him and colleagues to introduce legislation to facilitate live access to existing footage. The segment emphasizes that providing law enforcement with these tools is ess…
Topics discussed
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Introduction of survey on public demand for CCTV
Local examples of crime and need for safety measures
Comparison of CCTV density in Dublin vs London
Debate on effectiveness of CCTV in deterring crime
Survey results on public feeling safer with CCTV
Government and Garda initiatives for CCTV strategy
Listener feedback and limitations of CCTV footage
Combining CCTV with policing and community tools
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