Andrew Duncan says the use of the devices can enhance the work of the Civil Defence Forces.
Civil Defence Forces in a midlands county are being limited in their duty by insufficient technology.
Westmeath County Council are not yet licenced to fly drones in the county.
Fine Gael councillor Andrew Duncan says there is no specific date in place to change the situation.
He says drones can save lives:
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