Drones are already in use in the UK to inspect infrastructure, survey sites and monitor the natural environment. With concerns over privacy and safety the Government has launched a Consultation regarding a number of proposals to develop the UK’s policy and regulatory framework to ensure the safe use of drones along the desire to encourage innovation and growth in the UK drone sector. The consultation deadline is 15 March 2017 and the consultaion documents can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/benefits-of-drones-to-the-uk-economy.
