Drones to be banned from flying near prisons in England and Wales

Change means drone operators could face fines of up to £2,500 for flying within 400 metres of prisons or young offender institutions

New “no-fly zones” will be introduced around prisons in England and Wales to prevent drones being used to deliver drugs and contraband to inmates.

The legal change will mean drone operators could face fines of up to £2,500 for flying within 400 metres of closed prisons or young offender institutions.