Following their success in the neighbouring towns of Barnford and Littleton, surveillance cameras are to be installed in the centre of Darton. Both the police and the City Council are convinced that public order offences can be reduced by the adoption of such a scheme. Although the Chamber of Commerce has voiced its support, representatives of civil liberties groups have expressed their concerns, claiming that it will be another case of Big Brother is watching you. The following facts are also known: The cameras will be monitored on a random basis. The total number of thefts in the area to be covered by the scheme in the centre of Darton in 2008 was 1,905 and the total number of crimes was recorded at 3,646. It is estimated that the surveillance system will cost £100,000 to install and that staffing costs will be £80,000 per year. The City Council and the police have had many letters of support from local residents and representatives of local businesses.
Question: There is evidence that crime will be reduced in the centre of Darton by the use of surveillance cameras.
Options:
A. true, B. false, C. uncertain
Answer: A