The sky must have limits—counter-drone technology and regulation

Table of contents

• In the recent airport drone incidents, why didn’t the police simply shoot the drones out of the sky?
• What is counter-drone technology and how does it work?
• What are the key legal issues arising in relation to the use of counter-drone technology?
• Are there any forthcoming legal developments which will assist in preventing the serious misuse of drones?

Article summary

TMT analysis: In light of global drone attacks on airports and the recent introduction of new measures to combat drone misuse by the UK government, Ruhi Sethi-Smith, barrister at Forum Chambers, looks at the legal implications of counter-drone technology and regulation.