ex federal public servant

As an ex federal government public servant with many years in communications.... it concerns me greatly that many of the initiatives being proposed show a complete lack of understanding of the technology and how it should be used and controlled. Measures being proposed are generally emotive of support (from certain areas of the population only) but are impractical to implement and won't solve any of the current problems...... they will inconvenience the many.... whilst those being "targeted" can easily find ways around the system (internet filtering)..... Yes, feedback from consumers is a great idea..... there are many more informed consumers than there appear to be informed Ministers. Before the Federal Government can make worthwhile changesthey require informed advice. The Ministers are not getting this from their advisors (quite clearly)..... so public consultation might be the best way to prevent disastrous legislation which will cripple the information technology services - for no gain what so ever.