Issue Date: 17/08/2026
An Garda Síochána has launched a public consultation for a draft Code of Practice on third-party live Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) feeds.
Third-party live CCTV feeds refers to CCTV footage made by a controller who is a third party to An Garda Síochána and which is provided as a monitor feed to An Garda Síochána.
CCTV in Ireland is in widespread use and there is an increased demand to have access to third-party CCTV systems to tackle a range of offences, including drug-related crimes, vehicle and property crimes, and public order offences.
The Garda Síochána (Recording Devices) Act 2023 provides the current legal framework for the use of various recording devices, including third-party live CCTV feeds. Part 8 of this Act stipulates a new Code of Practice on third-party live CCTV feeds is required.
The aim of the Code of Practice is to provide further detail on the general operation of third party live CCTV feeds.
It is this draft Code of Practice that An Garda Síochána is now seeking input on from members of the public.
Engagement with relevant Government departments will take place alongside the public consultation.
Deputy Commissioner, Security, Strategy and Governance, Paul Cleary said:
"Third-party live CCTV feeds are in widespread use in Ireland and can prove invaluable in the prevention, investigation, detection and prosecution of criminal offences. This new draft Code of Practice allows An Garda Síochána to continue supporting communities through the use of CCTV technology.
"The public’s views on how An Garda Síochána interacts with third-party live CCTV feeds systems will help us to continue to provide a community-focused policing service.”
Click below to read more about the public consultation, download the draft Code of Practice and submit your feedback:
Third Party Live CCTV Feeds - Garda
Draft Code of Practice feedback must be submitted by 14 September 2026.
