Distrust in regulation when done to serve tech not people

Trust thought for today - about trust and distrust in governance.

I like the work of the RHC, but this totally gung ho attitude in relation to the use of drones makes me lose trust in their approach and the potential regulation which they have contributed to. 

The biggest cause of distrust in regulation I found from my research is the concern and often reality that it will be used to smooth the path of innovation at the expense of people or planet.

Nothing here to actively earn citizen trust and lots in the report and the letter from the government to reinforce citizen concerns and cause distrust. Hoping to be wrong.

But I liked the Centre for Public Impact and Nesta 2018 project which explores the potential downsides and concerns openly and explores the focus on meaningful involvement in decision making. I don't see any of that, but may not be looking in the right place. Worth a read.

Flying High - the challenges of future drone technology

https://lnkd.in/egEKrUPA

"Recommendations
Future development of urban applications of drones in the UK needs to be led by cities but with strong support from central government, stakeholders and regulators. Alongside this, the public need to be meaningfully involved in decision-making, because it is only with public support that drones can be used. If they are not involved, the drone industry risks a public backlash.

Where public money is invested in developing drones, it should primarily be around public service use cases.

If the UK wants to avoid falling behind, it urgently needs to make a proactive decision to lead."

Found here