Question: are cctv legal in uk?
Answer: CCTV legislation was introduced in the UK in 2012, followed by a Code of Conduct in 2013. CCTV recordings are also covered by the Data Protection Act. ... The SCCOP legislation is designed to balance the need for CCTV cameras with the public's right to privacy. Some of the SCCOP only applies to CCTV for commercial use.