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Scotland pilots e-policing kiosks

January 31, 2005

BBC News:The internet is being used to bring a "police box for the 21st century" into communities in Scotland. Tayside Police has become the first force north of the border to introduce Web kiosks in key areas in Dundee, Perthshire and Angus.

The "e-policing" drive gives the public the opportunity to report minor crimes, access information and apply for jobs. The BT Scotland touchscreen kiosks give access to the Tayside Police Web site and its partner agencies.

The trial terminals are located in Ninewells Hospital in Dundee, Perth Royal Infirmary, Stracathro Hospital, Dundee University Student Union and Arbroath Leisure Centre.

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