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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.

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Police use of drones is a controversial subject

The use of unmanned aerial drones police is a controversial subject, and some campaigners have warned that they would provide a "big brother" surveillance.

A man operates a remote CCTV camera drone Credit: Rui Vieira/PA Wire

Weighing 20kg and less they are similar in size to a radio-controlled model aircraft.

Police may use them to monitor large public events, deter antisocial behavior or provide covert surveillance as part of a criminal investigation.

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