Police could expand drone use
Police should look at using unmanned drones as part of air support plans in the future, a chief constable has said.
National Police Air Service launched to replace localised system
A National Police Air Service has been launched in England and Wales today to replaced the localised system.
The service will have 26 helicopters running from 23 bases across the country.
Chief Constable Alex Marshall from Hampshire Police, who is leading the scheme for the Association of Chief Police Officers, said:
"Artificial boundaries have meant that helicopters are restricted to operating within their own force area or consortia.
"A truly national, borderless service will ensure effective coverage of urban and rural areas."
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