Residents misled over CCTV cameras

Residents misled over CCTV cameras

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The West Midlands Police placed 200 cameras in Birmingham's Muslim-majority areas, claiming crime reduction but intended for anti-terrorism. Criticized for lack of transparency, the scheme led to community distrust. The police apologized, acknowledging organizational failures. The cameras remain inactive, with ethical concerns about surveillance in residential areas.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reason given to the locals for installing the cameras in Birmingham?

To enhance community relations

To improve public safety

To reduce crime

To monitor traffic flow

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who compiled the report criticizing the West Midlands Police scheme?

The Chief Constable of Thames Valley

The Mayor of Birmingham

The Home Secretary

The Chief Constable of West Midlands

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the community feel about the meetings regarding the camera scheme?

They were supportive

They felt betrayed and misled

They felt informed and involved

They were indifferent

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the actual purpose of the cameras according to the report?

Anti-terrorism

Crime reduction

Public safety enhancement

Traffic monitoring

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What ethical concern does the report raise about the camera placement?

The close surveillance of a specific community

The lack of public consultation

The cost of the cameras

The technical reliability of the cameras