Merseyside Police seized 3 drones violating airspace restrictions during the Labour Party conference in Liverpool.

On September 21, 2024, Merseyside Police seized three drones for violating temporary airspace restrictions during the Labour Party conference in Liverpool. From September 20 to 26, unmanned aircraft were prohibited from flying below 2,000 feet without police permission. Violators face prosecution and equipment confiscation. Security measures, including air support, were established to ensure the safety of delegates and the public. Permission requests can be sent to drone.exemptions@merseyside.police.uk.