Moray MP Douglas Ross has welcomed confirmation that the CCTV system in Keith which has been out of action for some time is now operational again. Douglas has been working with local residents and others to urge the council to find a solution to this issue for some time.
Commenting Douglas said: “It is excellent news that the CCTV system in Keith is now operational again with the feed going live into Elgin Police station on Friday afternoon. I was criticised for highlighting the failure of this system earlier this year, but it was well known in the town that the cameras weren’t working and local residents and groups contacted me for assistance in getting them up and running. I’m glad that has now happened.
“There is no doubt these cameras are a great tool in detecting crimes but they also play a significant role in deterring criminal activity and I hope these will stop some of the acts of vandalism we have seen in Keith over recent months.
“I’m grateful that officers at Moray Council have worked with me at every stage in this process to get the system operational again and it shows what can be done if we apply some pressure and work together to get a solution. I know this news will be warmly welcomed by local residents and businesses in Keith.”