knife detection
Hammersmith and Fulham Council is upgrading its CCTV network with AI for knife detection, with discussions focusing on the technology's implementation and potential for bias.
Hammersmith and Fulham Council is enhancing its extensive CCTV network with artificial intelligence (AI) technology for knife detection, as heard by its Community Safety Board in July 2026. This upgrade, which began in September 2025, involves a £3.2 million investment to integrate AI modules for identifying knives and aggressive behaviour.
Discussions at the Community Safety Board in July 2026 also addressed concerns about potential bias in the new AI systems. A report to the board stated that the AI for knife and aggressive behaviour detection is considered less susceptible to bias than facial recognition technology, which is still under exploration.
No specific upcoming meetings or decisions are detailed in the provided material. The AI enhancement programme, which uses technology to identify the presence of knives, began in September 2025 and is part of a broader effort to enhance crime detection and public safety across the borough.
Key facts
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council is investing £3.2 million in advanced CCTV technologies for knife detection. Source 1 Source 2
- A report to Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Community Safety Board in July 2026 said AI for knife detection is less prone to bias than facial recognition. Source
- Hammersmith and Fulham Council's Community Safety Board heard about the CCTV AI upgrade in July 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- The AI enhancement programme for Hammersmith and Fulham Council's CCTV network began in September 2025. Source
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