CCTV in care homes: striking the right balance
In a new article, Lauren Fullerton and Arran Dowling-Hussey examine the growing use of CCTV in care homes and the complex legal landscape that comes with it.
As providers look to strengthen safeguarding, CCTV can offer reassurance and accountability. However, its use particularly in private spaces raises important questions around privacy, dignity, and regulatory compliance.
The article highlights:
• The Care Quality Commission’s guidance on consultation and proportionality
• The importance of compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation when processing sensitive data
• The challenges around consent and the role of the Mental Capacity Act 2005
• The need for a clear, structured approach to managing legal risk
The key takeaway:
CCTV can support high-quality care but only where implemented lawfully, transparently, and with residents’ rights at its core.
To read the full article please click the link provided here.
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