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PE2050: Prohibit the use of recreational drones on national nature reserves without a permit from NatureScot

Petition Summary

Calling on the Scottish Parliament to urge the Scottish Government to amend the current guidance on flying recreational drones on national nature reserves (NNRs) to so that:

• use is prohibited without a permit
• permits include a flight time, date and agreed flight path
• operation is in accordance with the drone code
• advice on the legal status of the wildlife and habitats is provided

Petitioner: Lee Watson on behalf of Ythan Seal Watch

Status: Under consideration

Date published: 21 September 2023

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