New CCTV camera installed in Liskeard following PCC funding

A new CCTV camera has been installed in Liskeard's Castle Park following funding support from Devon and Cornwall Police and Crime Commissioner Alison Hernandez.

The project, led by Liskeard Town Council, has extended CCTV coverage within the park to help tackle antisocial behaviour, improve public safety, and protect community facilities from vandalism and damage.

The £11,000 project was made possible through a £5,500 grant from the Police and Crime Commissioner's office after £250,000 funding was made available last year for local authorities to improve existing CCTV infrastructure. The remaining funding was provided by Liskeard Town Council, and the camera is now fully operational and connected to the East Cornwall CCTV Control Room in Truro.

Castle Park is a valued community space used by local families, young people and community groups. The extension of CCTV coverage follows concerns about anti-social behaviour in the area, including incidents linked to alcohol and drug misuse that have resulted in damage to park facilities.

Alison Hernandez said: "Everyone deserves to feel safe when using parks and public spaces in their community. Through the Community Action Fund, I am committed to supporting local projects that help prevent crime, reduce anti-social behaviour and make our neighbourhoods safer.

"This investment in Castle Park will provide reassurance to residents, support local policing efforts and help protect an important community asset for future generations. I'm pleased to see this project delivered and making a positive difference for the people of Liskeard."

Liskeard Town Mayor Councillor David Braithwaite welcomed the completion of the project.

He said: “The Town Council and our Partners and the community are delighted that, as a result of the kind award of a grant from the Police and Crime Commissioner, the CCTV coverage is now extended to Castle Park. 

“The police have supported the extension of the CCTV because of ongoing issues of antisocial behaviour resulting in the vandalism of play equipment and facilities. The extension of the CCTV to Castle Park is also supported by the Friends of Castle Park, the Liskeard Scouts, the Liskeard Traders Association and the Liskeard Town Forum.”

The project has been supported by a range of local organisations, including the Friends of Castle Park, Liskeard Scouts, Liskeard Traders Association, Liskeard Town Forum and Cornwall Councillor Kevin Grey.