Do you think that Singapore should step up on CCT surveillance in light of the economic downturn and the increase in the number of crimes?

Done by: Glen Tay Yu Xuan (33)

Singapore should not step up on CCTV surveillance. Firstly, in this economic downturn, we should save more money. If CCTVs are installed in public areas and is working 24hours a day 7 days a week, there would an increase in the government’s electricity bills. And indirectly the citizens would be paying more and more taxes! Also, if criminals are to commit crimes, I think they would be smart enough to wear masks that would prevent their faces from being seen by CCTVs. Therefore, I feel that it would be useless if Singapore installs CCTVs on streets or any public places.