Swindon Town have released a statement explaining the position of a CCTV camera in the women’s toilets which was noticed by a Birmingham City fan.

During Town’s 2-1 defeat against The Blues on Tuesday, a female fan in the away end posted a picture of a camera which appeared to look into the cubicle.

This issue was previously raised by a female AFC Wimbledon fan in April 2024, and since that time Town have put signs up explaining that the camera has a “digital blur” on it but did not move it.

Speaking to Birmingham Live, the fan said: “I understand they want to be able to monitor what’s happening in the concourse, but having it over women’s toilets is not right. They claimed it was blurred so you can’t see what is happening in there, but to me that is not enough.

"Someone could easily remove the blur if they wanted to or what happens if it fails? It’s a violation of privacy."

Following the incident, Swindon have released a statement explaining the purpose of the camera.

CEO Anthony Hall told The Moonraker that the club intend to put a roof on the cubicles, but the statement does not mention that specific measure.

The statement said: “The camera is positioned to see the away kiosk, the segregation between home and away fans as well as the emergency exit staircase and concourse.

“The camera does not have a view into the toilets, as this is blocked by a digital privacy blur, fitted by security professionals who, along with the club, must adhere to safeguarding and privacy guidelines.

“The CCTV system is also operated by a Security Industry Authority licensed security officer under the management of the safety officer and at times Wiltshire Police.

“Following our last report of concern surrounding the camera’s location during our fixture against AFC Wimbledon last season, we increased CCTV signage around all areas of the Away End and across the stadium.

“The footage is used for the identification of individuals in the away section of the concourse in the event of an incident. It is shared with the police upon request. The CCTV footage is retained for 30 days. For further information refer to the Club’s CCTV Policy which can be accessed on our website.

“However, whilst the Club is confident that the current arrangements comply fully with data protection legislation we will investigate the possibility of providing additional measures as soon as possible to allay fans' concerns.”

In a statement given to The Adver, the Information Commissioner's Office said: "Everyone has a right to privacy.

"Any organisation considering installing CCTV cameras anywhere on their premises must justify its use and ensure it is proportionate and absolutely necessary – keeping people’s privacy rights at the heart of any decision they make.

"It is only in exceptional circumstances that CCTV should be installed in toilets - for example, if this is the only solution to tackling a specific and serious concern in that setting, and other measures have failed.

"We’d recommend any person with concerns to get in touch with us."