Meeting called in response to planning permission application submitted by Manna Drones for aerial delivery hub in Dundrum

‘Rapid pace of expansion’ of drone usage has left communities with ‘real concerns and uncertainty’, says Minister

Manna asked to supply reports on noise, traffic and ecological impacts by Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council

Company has drawn criticism from members of the Oireachtas and the public alike due to noise complaints from drones flying overhead

To date, 57 submissions have been lodged with the council with the vast bulk opposed to the proposal.

Locals object to proposal on grounds of noise

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Communities in Tallaght, Glasnevin and beyond will soon hear the distinctive buzz overhead if planning applications are successful

Call for drone restriction zone in Glasnevin, designated Ireland’s first autism friendly village

The noisy remote-controlled aerial devices are flying over as often as 12 times an hour, householders say

Drone delivery company has since begun operating in Blanchardstown

Company has begun testing in the Nordics, is eyeing entry to UK and has signed deals with delivery groups JustEat and DoorDash

Further information is sought on aerial food delivery hub planned for Tallaght market

Company wants to broaden its delivery area into southwest Dublin

Manna, which already operates in Balbriggan, north Co Dublin, has set its sights on link-up with proposed Priory Market in Tallaght Village

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Manna’s hovering delivery machines are less noisy and less intrusive than cars, operations manager says

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Drone company also announces first US trial site

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