"This funding will create a numberplate system for the skies. Law enforcement will be able to identify and take action against those who break the law, taking drones out of the sky and protecting the public."
"Unidentified drones have disrupted several airports, including Munich last October. It was only a matter of time before something similar happened in the UK following incidents at two Belgian airports."
"The government granted the armed forces authority to take out drones threatening military bases after the Ministry of Defence reported 266 sightings of unauthorized drones near military sites in 2025, up from 126 the year before."
The UK government is investing £20.5 million to create a Remote ID system for drones, which will log their identity and location during flights. Starting this year, certain drones must have Direct Remote ID enabled, with broader requirements by 2028. The system will utilize Hybrid Remote ID, transmitting data via the internet. This initiative aims to prevent disruptions caused by unidentified drones at airports, similar to the automatic numberplate recognition system for vehicles. Additional funding will support regulatory changes for faster approvals.
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