Drones have begun food delivery flights in Dublin, particularly on weekends, prompting discussions about the lack of regulations governing their operations. Concerns regarding noise, privacy, and safety have been voiced by residents and officials, with calls for a regulatory framework to oversee drone usage. Drones currently operate without strict rules, leading to debates about intrusion and safety, especially near residential areas. Paul McAuliffe, a local TD, emphasized the need for the Irish Aviation Authority to implement regulations to balance innovation with public safety.
"The issue was raised with me because it's a very unregulated area, and there were issues with intrusion and safety."
"There are reasonable concerns around hours of work, the safety of the drones themselves, and how safe they are to fly above residential areas."
"It's an area where we shouldn't stifle innovation, but we should have regulations."
"It does raise the question of a regulatory framework to govern all of that, and a safety framework as well."
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