TROUBLE makers were today warned there's nowhere to hide now 14 cameras are up and running in Colne.
The cameras, costing more than £300,000, have been installed in various locations across the town centre.
Pendle Council secured funding through the Government's Neighbourhood Renewal Fund and sponsorship from a number of local businesses.
Keith Lister, co-ordinator of Pendle Community Safety Partnership, said CCTV in Nelson has proved to be successful and has led to a number of arrests for criminal activity.
He added: "We expect similar results in Colne and I am sure the people of Colne will welcome the news of this initiative. When funding allows, we would like to extend CCTV to Barrowford, Barnoldswick and Earby."
PC Dave Sykes from Pennine Division Crime Prevention Team said: "CCTV is a valuable weapon in the fight against crime, not only helping to deter offenders but also to
identify them following incidents of concern.
He added: "Having help points and the facility for Community Radio Users in Colne to speak directly to the CCTV Control Room will make this system evenmore effective.
"Its introduction is good news for residents and visitors in Colne but not such good news for would-be offenders."
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