To trust or to restrict?–mapping professional perspectives on intelligence powers and oversight in the Netherlands using Q-methodology
E. C. Oomens (TU Delft - Technology, Policy and Management)
R. S. van Wegberg (TU Delft - Technology, Policy and Management)
A. J. Klievink (Universiteit Leiden)
M. J.G. van Eeten (TU Delft - Technology, Policy and Management)
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Abstract
In recent years, the intelligence domain has transformed and become more cyber-oriented. This has been accompanied by governance reforms of intelligence agencies’ powers and oversight mechanisms. However, opinions on key points of these reforms diverge and diverging professional opinions may affect how reforms achieve intended goals. Using Q-methodology, this article identifies and analyses four distinct viewpoints that professionals in the Dutch intelligence community hold regarding intelligence powers and oversight thereof. This study was done in the context of recent reforms in the Netherlands and also considers how views on trust, privacy, and effectiveness play a role.
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