Drone users face fines of €500 or more under new Government rules

Government unveils new drone policy with fines, noise restrictions, and designated zones aimed at balancing innovation and public concerns

While final amounts for the penalties have yet to be set, fines for minor offences are expected to range from €300 to €500. Picture: ©INPHO/Ben Brady

The Government is set to crack down on individuals who are breaking existing rules on flying drones by imposing fines of €500 or more.

New fixed charge offences have been confirmed by Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien who has published the National Policy Framework for Unmanned Aircraft Systems.