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Drone regulation is not a zero-sum game

14 January 2022 / Ed Cracknell
Issue: 7962 / Categories: Features , Property , Drones
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Ed Cracknell charts a flight path for drone regulation
  • Considers the many uses for drones now and in future.
  • Looks at existing case law and statute such as the Civil Aviation Act, and suggests nuisance rather than trespass may provide property law protection.
  • Sets out parameters and direction for government regulation as usage of drones increases.

It is often assumed that regulation is the enemy of business and innovation. Too much regulation may add significantly to the cost of running a business, disproportionately affecting small firms, and discouraging new players from entering the market. A reputation for over-regulation may make a country less attractive for inward investment, affecting its international competitiveness—not something the UK can afford to risk in the post-Brexit environment.

But done well, regulation can provide certainty, create a level playing field, and ensure high safety standards are maintained. A report published recently by the Regulatory Horizons Council (RHC) argues that regulation can position the UK as a world leader in testing, developing and deploying

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