Purpose

To seek approval from Cabinet for a new Body
Worn Video Policy for the South & East Lincolnshire Councils
Partnership to ensure arrangements are compliant with our legal
obligations and data protection controls.

Decision

Resolved:
 
1.    
That the report, policy and any feedback from the Overview and
Scrutiny Committee held on 17 July 2025 be noted and the Body Worn
Video Policy approved; and
 
2.    
That delegated authority be given to the Assistant Director
Regulatory / Senior Responsible Officer, in consultation with the
Portfolio Holder, to make such amendments to this policy as may
from time to time be required in order to (i) reference any links or amended links to other
documents as may be required; and (ii) reflect any issues over
which the Council has no discretion including, but not limited to,
references to any legislative changes and amended guidance. Any
material amendments to the policy will be subject to the usual
approval process in line with the Constitution.

Reasons for the decision

·        
To ensure that Members are aware of the duties imposed on the
Council by legislation and best practice guidance with regard to
the use of BWV and the requirement to adopt policies, processes and
procedures that are up to date, relevant and fit for purpose.
 
·        
Ensuring Members are informed BWV activity, policy and procedures
demonstrates good governance and an organisational commitment to
the obligations imposed by RIPA, Surveillance Camera Commissioner
guidance and any appropriate legislation around privacy, Data
Protection and Freedom of Information legislation.

Alternative options considered

None.