CREDITON Town Council is making good progress towards the installation of a new CCTV system for Crediton Town Centre.

Writing to Crediton Traders, Emma Anderson, Assistant Town Clerk, says: “I can now confirm that at a Full Council meeting held last week, the installation of a CCTV system was approved and a contractor has been appointed.”

She continues: “After discussing primary needs with the local police, coverage will include the High Street, Town Square, Newcombes Meadow and the War Memorial/toilet block area with the system being made up of 12 cameras, using seven locations in the Town.

“Last year I made contact with regard to business owners contributing to the cost of the CCTV system and I was pleased to receive a very positive response.

“At this stage, for the full installation of the CCTV system we are looking at a cost of over £25,000 as well as annual maintenance costs.

“Funding applications have been submitted where possible, however we would like to ask you to consider helping towards the upfront costs with a one-off donation of £50. Any contribution, no matter how small, would be helpful.”

Emma concludes: “At this stage, I am finalising logistics with the contractor and hope to update you with an estimated timescale soon!  If you have any questions in the meantime, please feel free to contact me.”

If you would like to support the CCTV Fund with a donation, please speak to Emma at Crediton Town Council on 01363 773717 or email: [email protected] .