Dubai: Security guards will now play a major role in enhancing security in Dubai, thanks to a new initiative announced by the Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA).

The agency has developed a new programme to monitor on-duty security guards on a live interactive map.

The Smart Guard programme will help communicate with guards near any incident for quick response ..

All residential and commercial buildings in Dubai are now required to instal security cameras under a revised law that is aimed at reducing the crime rate in the emirate.

The decision has been taken following a number of serious and minor crimes, including thefts, that take place in buildings where no cameras are installed.

Starting August 26, owners of buildings wil..