Could you help monitor Salisbury's CCTV system?

The City Council's looking for volunteers to join the team

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 10th Jul 2024

More volunteers are being sought to monitor Salisbury's CCTV cameras and radio system.

The City Council's looking for extra team members to join the team, with places available on a training course this Autumn.

The system based at Bourne Hill has been monitored by looked after by the local authority since September 2018 and has recently has a ÂŁ25,000 upgrade.

Keith Jackson, CCTV Manager from Salisbury, said:

“We have recruited and trained many groups of volunteers, and they are doing a great job.

“We are gradually increasing our team, we have places on a CCTV Operators course in the autumn, which need filling.

“If you have good communication skills, are able to work to a high standard under pressure and are committed to Salisbury’s security and public safety, then we’d love to hear from you.”

Volunteers must be able to commit to 16 hours a month at a minimum.

They'll be trained to a professional standard and work within a strict code of practice.

You can find out more by emailing kjackson@salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk.

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