Council invests to protect Rows

Chester City Council is to spend £300,000 to protect the city’s historic Rows from vandalism and fire. The current CCTV network will be extended and video equipment replaced with digital technology. Heat detection equipment will also be installed in the walkways.

Councillor Neil Ritchie, Executive Member for Environment said, ‘The Rows are a vital part of Chester’s heritage so the council, with support from Chester Community Safety Partnership, is providing the investment needed to secure their future. Extending CCTV coverage on the Rows will help to improve safety for residents and visitors and heat detectors will play an important role in protecting lives and property.’