Flying a drone without permission in central London is banned until after the Queen’s funeral, police say. Kites, small balloons and parachutes are also prohibited.
The Metropolitan Police said it will take “enforcement action” against anyone flying a drone before Monday evening. It means people could face possible prosecution and the UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle) being seized.
The UK Civil Aviation Authority said the flying ban, which stretches from Purley in the borough of Croydon in the south-east to Hendon, Barnet in the north-west, is “necessary in the interests of security”. It added that drones are included within the restriction.
