CCTV Policy

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Galway County Council employs CCTV systems to support various public functions, such as enhancing security, ensuring public safety, and aiding in the prevention and resolution of crimes.

This policy outlines the use of CCTV cameras, which includes both video and audio recordings. It details how the Council collects, utilises, stores, and disposes of CCTV data. The policy covers cameras located at Council buildings, recycling centres, car parks, piers, plants, civic amenities, and other properties owned by the Council.

The policy is applicable to:

• Any use of CCTV by Galway County Council that involves recording personal data.
• All employees of Galway County Council.
• Any individuals or organisations working on behalf of the Council.

For a comprehensive understanding, you can view the full policy document and its appendices by clicking the links below.

CCTV Policy (V1.6) and Appendix 1

Appendix 2 - CCTV Signage‌

Appendix 5 - GCC CCTV Data Recording transfer request form

Appendix 6 - Privacy Notices‌

• Environment - CCTV Covert  
• Environment - CCTV Overt  
• Community based CCTV
• Cill Rónáin Harbour, Inis Mór - CCTV

Appendix 7 Inventory of CCTV