Presents the latest edition of RICS Geomatics policy watch against a general election background and with the prospect of the UK's dual presidency of the G8 group and the EU. Covers the ODPM's consultation programme on a number of geo-orientated policy areas, the establishment of a GI Advisory Panel including RICS representation and evidence submissions on ward boundary changes. Reports on the public consultation on the UK implementation of the European directive on the re-use of public sector information. Comments on recent work by RICS Geomatics in partnership with Ordnance Survey GB on a number of high profile projects, mentions RICS Geomatics membership of the newly formed UK Geo Forum and summarises progress in some of the relevant EU programmes. Concludes with comprehensive coverage of standards news and lists websites specific to the issues discussed in the article.