New laws could see expansion of garda use of drones 

 Manna CEO Bobby Healy and Tanaiste Leo Varadkar TD during the launch of Manna Drones Delivery at Millfield Shopping Centre, Balbriggan. Mr Varadkar has called for 'proper safeguards' around garda surveillance operations.

Gardaí could be given the go-ahead for expanded use of drones under legislation to be published later this year.

A spokesperson confirmed that it is expected the Garda Síochána (Digital Recording) Bill will provide a legal basis for the "wider operational deployment of drones by the force", despite concerns about privacy and safety.