New drone laws will require owners to take tests, and give police new powers of seizure

The UK government is planning to introduce new laws to control the use of drones. Under the new legislation, drone owners may be forced to take safety awareness tests before they can take to the air. The draft Drone Bill also sets out new powers for police, granting them the authority to seize drones believed to have been used in criminal activity. The bill also places restrictions on where drones can be used, and requires larger drones to be registered. The draft bill is due to be published in the spring, and it's possible that the exact contents will change… [Continue Reading]