RAS Policy Group Overview and Work Plan
The RAS Policy Group, led by Robert Massey, consists of RAS Fellows with a focus on public affairs in astronomy, space science, and geophysics. The group advises on policy matters, including megaconstellations, and collaborates with key organizations. Their 2020 work plan includes budget considerations, Horizon programme access, and policy events. Join or recommend the group for involvement in shaping public policy in the field.
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RAS Policy Group Robert Massey @robertmmassey
Policy Group membership RAS Fellows with an interest in public affairs i.e. policy work on behalf of the astronomy, space science and geophysics community Group advises on consultation responses and other public policy matters e.g. megaconstellations Initial call to whole RAS Fellowship in summer 2019 72 Fellows signed up Group includes students, early career and senior scientists across RAS subject areas Member experience in academia, industry, public engagement, teaching, politics
Megaconstellations Up to 26,000 satellites to be added to LEO First piece of work for new (sub-) group. Meeting on 30 January with ESO, ESA, SKA, STFC, UKSA, e-MERLIN, SpaceX and OneWeb Continuing work to establish impact and mitigation Image: Mark McCaughrean
Work plan for 2020 Could include Budget, Spending Review, access to / replacement for Horizon programmes, immigration reform, policy events at NAM and elsewhere Please join us or recommend us to a colleague https://ras.ac.uk/ras-policy
