Request ID: FOI-1469-2324 Date published: 17 August 2023
You asked
I was wondering if you could assist me with identifying a camera that I recently came across. I'm interested in learning more about its recording or tracking capabilities. I have attached a picture of the camera to this email. These are located within Tower Hamlets (Mile end Road) and (Burdett road).
Additionally, I would like to know more about the camera's recording capabilities under the Freedom of Information Act.
We answered
TfL Ref: FOI-1469-2324
Thank you for your request which we received on 6 August 2023, asking for information about two CCTV cameras located at Mile End Road and Burdett Road.
Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act and our information access policy. I can confirm that we hold the information you require.
The cameras in question are enforcement cameras which are used to improve road safety. These specific cameras are being used to enforce moving traffic offences (no left turn / yellow bow junction / bus lane contraventions).
In terms of the camera’s recording capabilities, please refer to the ‘CCTV & surveillance cameras’ page on the TfL website, which explains what camera systems we operate and how we use them.
If this is not the information you are looking for, or if you are unable to access it for any reason, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal as well as information on copyright and what to do if you would like to re-use any of the information we have disclosed.
Yours sincerely
Eva Hextall FOI Case Management Team General Counsel Transport for London
