Issue - meetings

To approve and adopt the Body Worn Video Policy.

Decision

That Cabinet approve and adopt the Body Worn Video (BWV) Policy.

Reasons for the decision

This Policy had been developed to ensure the appropriate use of BWV by officers within South Kesteven District Council. The use of BWV aimed to enhance personal safety, reduce incidents of abuse or aggression, provide an accurate record of events, and increase transparency and accountability.

Other options considered and rejected

The Council could have decided not to adopt a Policy and continue the current use of BWV, via enforcement officers, mainly for car parking enforcement work only. However it was decided to reject this option and adopt a bespoke Policy.

Purpose of report

To consider adopting the Body Worn Video Policy.

Decision

That Cabinet approves and adopts the Body Worn Video (BWV) Policy.

Other options considered

The Council could have decided not to adopt a Policy and continue the current use of BWV, via enforcement officers, mainly for car parking enforcement work only. However, it was decided to reject this option and adopt a bespoke Policy.

Reasons for the decision

This Policy had been developed to ensure the appropriate use of BWV by officers within South Kesteven District Council. The use of BWV aimed to enhance personal safety, reduce incidents of abuse or aggression, provide an accurate record of events, and increase transparency and accountability.

The Council had not had a BWV Policy in previous years. BWV was only used by SKDC Enforcement Officers when necessary, and in line with various legal considerations and requirements. Its aim was to safeguard residents and staff.