Sound detector technology 28/2026

FOI Reference: 28/2026

Request:

Is your force using, or has it previously tested, sound detector technology as described above to monitor public areas for emergencies or anti-social behaviour?

If yes, please provide details of how many sound detectors or sound detector-equipped CCTV cameras you are operating and when they were installed. 

To be clear, this request does not apply to CCTV or monitoring systems which can broadcast sound via a loudspeaker, for example to issue a public warning. It applies only to technology which monitors public spaces for audio or noise events.

Secondly, this request does not apply to CCTV or monitoring equipment operated by local authorities. It applies only to systems directly operated by police forces.

Response:

I can confirm that Dyfed-Powys Police does hold the information requested, as outlined below.

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It should be noted that as a result of the systems adopted by Dyfed-Powys Police in relation to the recording of such information that the information released may or may not be accurate.

(This is a response under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 and disclosed on 15/01/2026)