We have surveillance cameras in and around the following locations: London Underground stations, depots, car parks and trains. The Elizabeth Line stations and trains.
Is there CCTV on tube?
Answer for CCTV on tube trains
This is roughly 25 per cent of London Underground’s train fleet. All on-train CCTV record continuously. The duration of storage of recordings can change depending on prevailing security circumstances.
Do Tube stations have cameras?
Security cameras across the London Underground network are in the masses, tracking our every move. Positioned in the entrances and exits, corridors, platforms and even inside the train themselves, there’s no escaping their watchful eye.
How long do TfL keep CCTV footage?
for 14 days
Images from CCTV cameras in London Underground stations are normally only retained for 14 days, however if you want to request access to images of you that may have been captured by London Underground’s CCTV cameras, read the form below for more information.
Is there CCTV on the Central line?
“A staggering one in four sexual assaults on the Tube take place on the Central line, yet perversely it is one of two lines which doesn’t have onboard CCTV,” she said. A spokesman for the Mayor of London’s office said both the mayor and TfL take tackling sexual assault on our transport network extremely seriously.
Can I film on the London Underground?
We only permit filming and photography during off-peak periods: Monday to Friday: 10:00-15:30 and 20:00-23:30. Weekends: generally any time of day (depending on location)
How do I request CCTV footage from TfL?
Please note: CCTV footage from LU Stations is normally retained for a maximum of 14 days. You should complete the LU CCTV Subject Access Request Form or contact [email protected] to minimise any delay.
How does a tube camera work?
Vacuum-tube cameras provide an analogue voltage proportional to the light intensity falling on a photoconductive target electrode. This electrode is scanned by an electron beam and the resulting signal is sampled periodically to obtain a series of discrete time analogue signals.
What happens if you only tap out on the Tube?
If you touch contactless (card or device) or an Oyster card on a yellow card reader when you enter a station, and then touch out to exit it within a short period of time, you’ll be charged a same station exit: Between 0 – 2 minutes: a maximum fare.
Where are TfL cameras located?
Average camera system trials
A40 (between the Polish War Memorial and Paddington Slip Road) A406 North Circular Road (between Hanger Lane and Bounds Green Road) A316 (between the M3 and Staveley Road) A2 (between the Blackwall Tunnel and Dartford Heath)
Is a TfL fine a criminal record?
No. All TfL ticketing offences are ‘strict liability’. This means that intention is irrelevant and you may be guilty simply by the fact you did not have a valid ticket. Do I have to attend the court in person?
How many times are you caught on CCTV in London?
Research by Clarion Security Systems estimates that there are over 942,562 CCTV Cameras in London, meaning there is 1 CCTV camera for every 10 people in the capital. You are likely to be captured on London CCTV up to 70 times per day. (2022)
Can TfL enforcement detain you?
Officers are regularly assessed on different aspects during the training and undertake a final assessment. Officers have the same common law powers of arrest as any member of the public. They do not have the power to detain.
How long is CCTV kept on trains?
The police suggest a maximum of 31 days.
Do trains have cameras inside?
Yes, trains in the United States and many in Great Britain do feature a type of security camera inside the cabs and externally as well. Also called onboard surveillance cameras, there is a multitude of reasons why each type of train features them on its exterior and interior.
Do London buses have CCTV?
There are a number of safeguards in place to help ensure CCTV cameras on buses are working and switched on. Bus operators are responsible for conducting routine maintenance of vehicles and the systems on board such as CCTV.
Is it illegal to take photos on the underground?
As you are likely a ‘private photographer’ and ‘passing through the station’ (in the words of Transport for London), the rules are simple: – You are free to take photographs for your personal use. – Flash photography is not permitted. – Additional lighting equipment is not permitted.
Where can you film in London without a permit?
If you are using a handheld camera and your filming will not cause an obstruction then there is no restriction to filming on London’s public highway. In some boroughs this also extends to small crews with a tripod. No licence or any form of official permission is required.
Is vaping allowed on London Underground?
For example, vaping is banned across all forms of transport by Transport for London.
How long is CCTV footage kept UK?
It is advised that all information is not retained beyond 30 calendar days. This may vary depending on the purpose of the recording and can be determined on a case by case basis. Information should not be kept for longer than is necessary.
How long is CCTV footage remains?
Generally, most CCTV Footage gets stored for 90 days. However, every setup is different, and footage storage needs too. So, learn more about CCTV cameras, the storage part, or buying the right system with Western Digital.