Britain In A Space Race

The concept of Britain entering space with a mission to send an astronaut to the Moon (or even Mars) may be considered within the year. There are apparently benefits to be had from doing this and a study will report back to ministers. A recent document UK Civil Space Strategy: 2008-2012 and Beyond puts as much emphasis on the importance of satellites that make observations of Earth (climate change again) as on spacecraft built to investigate the solar system.

Be aware and review the past. Desirable outcomes can remain the same for some, but the method to achieve them will change. It's the learning experience.

In a climate of financial meltdown, even publicly suggesting such a scheme is pure lunacy. However, there is a very direct allusion to surveillance. and this conjures up a great deal that has nothing to do with space exploration. This can be the justifiction needed to produce public-funding for 'government' paranoia.

The industry is worth £7bn and Ian Pearson (Science and Innovation Minister) said:

Space technology is a vital part of our everyday life and satellite communications and space technology provide strong business opportunities for the future."

So what's that got to do with going to the Moon or Mars? Absolutely nothing, but it does make a direct connection to Earthbound surveillance business, presumably worth £7bn. Don't sit down too fast or it will almost certainly be very, very painful. This is joined-up government in action and all 'on the same page'.

There is no money, so let's spend it!

The very reason for the global credit crunch and meltdown.

Apparent ineptitude is usually born with the illusion of being stupid, but, in fact, being very competent with a single-minded focus. It's simply the aim of the few to control and make money, whatever the cost to the many.