COUNCILLORS put a hold on proposals to install a closed circuit television camera in the heart of a village because the possible costs are too high.

Middleton St George parish council looked into having a camera in the village square to cut down on anti-social behaviour and help police catch speeding motorists.

At a meeting this week, Councillor Andy Hill, who runs the village post office and general store in the square, told members the camera could be installed on his roof at a cost of £2,820 plus VAT.

Councillor Steve Yorke was concerned about the cost. He said: "It is more of a police issue than a parish council issue."

Council chairwoman Doris Jones said: "It is a good idea in principle, but we have got to keep our belts tight because we are spending a lot of money on the water park and playing fields. I don't think the camera will cover enough areas to merit the money."

Members agreed to put the idea on hold until a later date