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For the past two months, Northampton police have been using a mini-head camera to record alcohol-related disorder and other nuisance in our county towns.

The 'Robocam' kit in action

The head cam or 'Robocam' as it's officially called has been bought for Northampton Police at a cost of £900 by Northamtpton Community Safety Partnership.

Following a successful trial with a similar camera last summer, Northampton Police now have a permanent and even smaller camera to use which fits neatly under a police helmet and records excellent images of evidential quality.

The video monitor attached to 'Robocam'

The police have been using conventional video cameras to gather evidence of anti-social behaviour for some time. However, the 'Robocam' has the advantage of leaving officers' hands free and their vision unrestricted so they can continue with their normal duties while fitted with the camera.

BBC Radio Northampton reporter James Burridge has been out and about with PC Dave Bryan of Northampton Police to see the camera in action: