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Prison and Probation Policy Framework
Use of Overt Closed-Circuit Television System (CCTV) Policy Framework
Criminal Justice Hub summary
Sets rules for the visible use of CCTV in prisons and probation premises. It covers siting cameras, giving notice, controlling access to footage, handling requests for information and keeping or destroying recordings. It also addresses constant observation in custody. The framework excludes covert surveillance and prohibits using CCTV solely to monitor staff performance.
Read the official policy
Useful information
- Document type
- Prison and Probation Policy Framework
- Geographical application
- England and Wales
- Applies to
- Prison establishments and probation premises using overt CCTV. The framework does not cover covert surveillance.
- Issuing organisation
- Ministry of Justice; HM Prison and Probation Service
- Issued
- 22 November 2021
- Effective from
- 1 January 2022
- Policy enquiries contact
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The policy document dated 22 November 2021 lists the email above. The separate policy index revised 30 June 2026 lists [email protected]. We have not confirmed which address to use.
Contact details recorded in this policy version dated 22 November 2021.
Official source material: Crown copyright, available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, except where stated otherwise.