Chief minister wants more clarity on doorbell cameras

Follows concerns over Information Commissioner's warning

The chief minister says more clarity is needed in regards to fees and charges for people using home doorbell cameras/ CCTV.

Concerns were raised after the Information Commissioner issued a reminder that residents could face fines of up to £10,000 if they didn't disclose ownership of such a device that records outside of their property's boundary for non-domestic use.

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In the House of Keys this morning members argued doorbell cameras are useful for police investigations and for the homeowner's peace of mind.

Alfred Cannan said he didn't want the matter to turn into a 'bureaucratic nightmare', but says people's privacy also matters: