Brighton parking wardens given new uniforms with body-worn cameras

Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs) who are working on behalf of the city’s council have begun wearing the new uniforms.

The rollout follows a recent case where body-worn camera footage played a role in resolving a police investigation involving an assault on a parking warden.

The video is said to have helped establish the facts and led to an out-of-court resolution, with the offender completing community service, attending an anger management course and issuing a written apology.

The council says its Enforcement Officers can activate their body worn cameras during any interaction, particularly where situations may escalate or lead to complaints.  (Image: BHCC) In a Freedom of Information (FOI) request obtained by The Argus in April it was revealed that there have been 36 reported attacks or violent incidents involving the council’s traffic wardens over the past three years.

There were 14 reports in 2023, 18 in 2024, and 4 in 2025, with the 2025 figures representing data up to Monday, March 24.

The new uniforms are hoped to increase CEO safety as well as visibility.

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A spokesperson for the council said “Body worn cameras are a vital tool in ensuring safety and accountability both for officers and for members of the public.

“All CEOs are reminded to activate BWC during any interaction, particularly where situations may escalate or lead to complaints.

The uniforms were introduced by NSL, the contracted provider of parking enforcement services across the city.

Councillor Trevor Muten, Cabinet Member for Transport and City Infrastructure, said:“We want parking services in Brighton & Hove to be fair and transparent, and focused on keeping the city moving.

“These new uniforms, introduced by NSL, and the continued use of body-worn cameras, reflect our commitment to professionalism, safety and public trust. It’s all part of a wider strategy to ensure residents and visitors experience high-quality, people-first parking services.”

Brighton & Hove City Council continues to work with NSL to invest in tools, training and service improvements that support safer streets and better outcomes for the public.