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SIA cctv licence informationCCTV licence information
The following is information regarding the Security Indsutry Authority licensing scheme for
cctv operators. The SIA are the only body who can give a definitive answer on any licensing
query. If you wish to contact the SIA please use the link at the bottom of the page which will
take you to their website.
Frequent questions,
Q. What is PSS?
A. PSS stands for public space surveillance, this is part of the defintition given by the sia in who
needs a cctv licence. Public space is defined as any area where the public have largely free and
unrestricted access whether by payment or otherwise.
Q. Who needs a sia cctv licence?
A. Anyone who is part of a contracted service (not inhouse staff) who: monitor the activities of a
member of the public in a public or private place; or identify a particular person. This doesn't include
Security staff who may use cctv to identify a tresspasser on a private site.
Q. I already have a Door Supervisor licence do i still need a cctv licence?
A. Yes if you are undertaking the activities as listed above you will need a cctv licence as well
Q. How much is a cctv licence?
A. Every licence available from the SIA is £245, if it is your second you can obtain a refund from the
SIA of half the cost of the second licence (£122.50)
Q. How long till a licence expires?
A. The SIA licence is valid for three years, after this period it must be renewed.
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