Fly-tipping CCTV cameras to be deployed in city

A new network of CCTV cameras will be deployed across sites linked to fly-tipping in Derby following a successful trial.

A camera was set up by Derby City Council at the beginning of August in Charlotte Street, where rubbish had been dumped on a number of occasions.

Six offenders have since been identified and each handed a £600 fine for illegally dumping domestic waste.

Now, the council is investing in a further 14 cameras to catch culprits of environmental crime in the city.

Four will arrive by the end of November, with the remaining 10 ready to deploy in 2027.

Unlike traditional fixed CCTV cameras, the new cameras can be moved, according to the council, allowing them to react to intelligence, incidents, and reports from residents.

The cameras will link into the existing fixed CCTV network and can pan, tilt and zoom to gather evidence.

Streetpride lead councillor Ndukwe Onuoha said: "The results from Charlotte Street show just how effective deployable CCTV can be in tackling fly-tipping, particularly in areas where fly-tipping has been reoccurring. With this new technology, we have been able to send a clear message that fly-tipping will not be tolerated in Derby."

Sarah Chambers, cabinet member for communities, equalities and public safety, said the cameras complement the recruitment of seven new public protection officers, doubling the team.

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