Police Scotland’s national roll out of body worn video continues today, increasing the number of officers on duty with the cameras in the north-east .

Around 800 officers, including road policing officers and dog handlers and custody staff , will be provided with devices over the coming weeks.

The equipment can help to de-escalate incidents , improve public trust in policing and reduce complaints, as well as support officer and staff safety, and bring wider benefits to the criminal justice system .

The roll out of the Home Office approved Motorola Solutions VB400 cameras in the north east completes the roll out in the north of Scotland following their recent introduction in Tayside in March and the Highlands and Islands in June. As the roll out progresses, more than 10,50

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