They will wear the new technology to gather evidence in incidents of domestic abuse, antisocial behaviour and public disorder.

So far 19 cameras have been distributed and selected officers will wear them for a three month trial period.

Supt Martin Samuel said: ”This technology is evolving rapidly and we already have some experience using headcams in Nuneaton where they have proved valuable.

“We now need to look at a wider pilot to gather sufficient data to decide whether this high-tech equipment should be rolled out throughout the country.

“We also need to assess and put in place the best level of support to ensure our officers can make full use of the equipment on an ongoing basis.”

Supt Samuel explained how national evidence suggests that the cameras can make a difference in prosecutions and prove a deterrent to potential criminals.

He said: “Once officers have been on the street and captured evidence we can project the data onto a larger screen and use it for a live briefing to help us identify those involved.

“The evidence is submissible in court and magistrates can see in real time how someone’s behaviour develops.

“The headcams self-adjust for light and officers cannot edit anything on the recorder.”

He added: “This is a fantastic opportunity to increase the level of protection to our communities in Warwickshire and we will be encouraging officers to use the headcams as often as possible.”