6 DECEMBER 2006 - CCTV coverage in Ripon City
Centre has been extended thanks to funding by the Harrogate
District Safer Communities Partnership. The
camera that was positioned above Thomas the Bakers has been
re-located to a separate dedicated pole outside the building, which
has greatly enhanced coverage.
Harrogate Borough Council's Cabinet Member for Public
Protection, Councillor Les Ellington has welcomed this funding and
also the support received from Ripon City
Council.
He said: "We have moved this camera to
maximise coverage in the city centre with the intention of
introducing radio link from shops, pubs and clubs to the CCTV
control room in Harrogate.
"This new camera position will also help us increase
visibility down Fishergate. CCTV coverage in the
city is helping us tackle a range of issues from theft to public
disorder and we hope that this latest improvement will offer
further reassurance to Ripon's residents."
FURTHER INFORMATION: Councillor Les
Ellington is available for comment on 01423
712461. Further technical information is
available from Nicky Garside, Head of Public Protection on 01423
556847.