The installation of the new high-performance CCTV system in Pontardawe’s town centre, and the upgrade of the existing camera network in Briton Ferry West was led by Neath Port Talbot Council and funded through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund,
The council says the upgrades aim to enhance the safety and security of residents and visitors significantly, with the new cameras integrated into the council’s modernised CCTV control room, which operates 24/7 and collaborates closely with emergency services including police, fire, and ambulance teams.
Melanie Humphreys, Owner of ‘Village Cards n Gifts’ in Pontardawe, said: “As a business owner in Pontardawe, I am very pleased we have CCTV installed. I believe the cameras will keep both me and my staff safe, as well as protecting other businesses in the vicinity.”
Cllr Alun Llewelyn, Neath Port Talbot Council Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing and Community Safety, said: “The recent completion of CCTV installations in Pontardawe and upgrades in Briton Ferry marks a significant step forward in community safety, deterring criminal activity, addressing anti-social behaviour and making our communities safer for everyone.”
Neath Port Talbot Council saysthat with increased coverage the council, South Wales Police, and other emergency services can respond more swiftly and effectively to incidents of anti-social behaviour.
It added that the latest technology in these cameras not only aids in crime prevention but also helps reduce security costs and provides clear, high-definition footage for court evidence.
