New Zealand

Police seek information on body cameras for officers

Police are conducting market research to explore whether New Zealand officers should wear body-worn cameras.

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Police are investigating the potential introduction of body-worn cameras for officers by gathering information from suppliers. The Police Commissioner has backed the move, and the Police Minister supports measures that improve police and public safety. However, police say more work is needed before any permanent rollout could occur.

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Stuff

Police take first step towards putting body cameras on officers

Police are seeking information on body cameras to determine whether officers in New Zealand should wear them.

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NZ Herald

Police body cameras: Market research underway after Commissioner backs move

The Police Minister says he supports any measures that improve police and public safety.

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Newstalk ZB

Police body cameras: Market research underway after Commissioner backs move

Police are considering introducing body-worn cameras for officers but say more work is needed before any permanent rollout.

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