CCTV cameras are to be located in rural areas as part of a new pilot scheme to tackle rural crime.

The Minister for the Environment, Alan Kelly, has announced €50,000 will be allocated to the project.

The cameras will be located in strategic positions in rural locations, with the aim of increasing public safety and deterring criminal and anti-social behaviour.

The images from the cameras will be reviewed if a crime takes place or at the request of the Gardai.