Question NW2403 to the Minister of Police
30 October 2017 - NW2403
Mbhele, Mr ZN to ask the Minister of Police
What is the total number of police stations in the country that have closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras installed in their Community Service Centres; (2) by what date will all police stations have CCTV cameras installed in their Community Service Centres?
Reply:
1. Over the years, on an ad-hoc basis according to individual needs, at least 88 police stations had Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras installed in their Community Service Centres (CSC), of which 12 are operational and 76 have reached the end of their lifespan and need to be replaced.
(2) The recently drafted Security Protocols at Police Stations Action Plan, addresses the issue of CCTV in the CSC’s. Depending on the budget allocation, as well as awarding of the CCTV contract, it is envisaged that there will be sites prioritised for implementation annually, from 2018 until 2024. Prioritisation of police stations will be made in consultation with provincial commissioners.