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To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what protections exist for commercial space launch providers operating from UK soil against hostile interference.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what protections exist for commercial space launch providers operating from UK soil against hostile interference.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how the UK Defence Space Strategy is integrated into the wider goals of the National Security Strategy 2025.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how the UK Defence Space Strategy is integrated into the wider goals of the National Security Strategy 2025.
What steps he is taking to defend UK interests in space.
What steps he is taking to defend UK interests in space.
What steps he is taking to defend UK interests in space.
What steps he is taking to defend UK interests in space.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 11 September 2026 to question 27066 on Defence: Space Technology, what discussions he has held with the Welsh Government on the timely determination of the planning application for the proposed Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability site at...
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 11 September 2026 to question 27066 on Defence: Space Technology, what discussions he has held with the Welsh Government on the timely determination of the planning application for the proposed Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability site at...
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release entitled RAF launches first ever space squadron dedicated to defending Britain's satellites, published on 23 September 2026, what proportion of the £880 million allocated to space control has the formation of No. III Squadron utilised.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's press release entitled RAF launches first ever space squadron dedicated to defending Britain's satellites, published on 23 September 2026, what proportion of the £880 million allocated to space control has the formation of No. III Squadron utilised.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to paragraph 79 of the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, what progress he has made in establishing a new Space Systems Group.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to paragraph 79 of the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, what progress he has made in establishing a new Space Systems Group.
The Space Systems Portfolio in the National Armament Directorate (NAD) Group will drive assured availability, resilience and operational integration of space systems capabilities to ensure the Integrated Force is ready to deter, fight and win. This portfolio is in the first tranche of portfolios that have achieved stand-up.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 2 September 2026, to question 19175 on Defence: Space Technology, by when he plans to have established the first operational Space Squadron.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 2 September 2026, to question 19175 on Defence: Space Technology, by when he plans to have established the first operational Space Squadron.
The first operational Space Squadrons have already been established. No.1 Space Operations Squadron and No.2 Space Warning Squadron provide operational space capabilities for Defence, including space domain awareness and missile warning functions.
As set out in the Defence Investment Plan, UK Space Command will continue to evolve its force structure to deliver Defence's space-related roles. Detailed planning is underway to determine the future capability, workforce, infrastructure, and organisational requirements needed to support this ambition. Decisions on the establishment and timing of any additional Space Squadrons have not yet been finalised.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 2 September 2026 to Question 19165 on Defence: Space Technology, what progress his Department has made on gaining approval for the town planning application that was submitted to the local planning authority in March 2026.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the Answer of 2 September 2026 to Question 19165 on Defence: Space Technology, what progress his Department has made on gaining approval for the town planning application that was submitted to the local planning authority in March 2026.
The planning application for the proposed Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability site at Cawdor Barracks was submitted to Pembrokeshire County Council in March 2026.
On 21 July 2026, Welsh Ministers called in the application for their determination under section 77 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. The application will therefore be determined by Welsh Ministers rather than Pembrokeshire County Council. The Ministry of Defence continues to engage with the Wales Office and the Welsh Government to support the timely determination of the application.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, with reference to the UK Space Agency press release entitled UK invests in homegrown space tech to boost national resilience, published on 20 July 2026, what recent assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the...
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, with reference to the UK Space Agency press release entitled UK invests in homegrown space tech to boost national resilience, published on 20 July 2026, what recent assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the...
Government resilience and sovereignty is one of the strategic benefits to the UK identified in the Connectivity in Low Earth Orbit programme Business Case. A mid-programme Business Case review in early 2026 determined the programme should be extended by 2 years. The review reaffirmed the programme's strategic case and positive economic case, including strengthening UK capability in satellite communications, supporting innovation and supply chain development, and enhancing the UK's sovereign capability. Early programme delivery is also helping to build UK capability through funded projects and industry engagement.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, with reference to the UK Space Agency press release entitled UK invests in homegrown space tech to boost national resilience, published on 20 July 2026, what metrics his Department will use to assess the outcomes of the funding.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, with reference to the UK Space Agency press release entitled UK invests in homegrown space tech to boost national resilience, published on 20 July 2026, what metrics his Department will use to assess the outcomes of the funding.
The UK Space Agency will assess the funding through proportionate monitoring and independent evaluation. Grant recipients will report during delivery and after project completion, with information supplemented where feasible by administrative and external data. Indicative metrics include progress in technology readiness and technical milestones; products or services brought to market; customers, contracts and revenue secured; follow-on private and public investment; jobs and skills created or supported; new collaborations; and wider strategic or resilience benefits. The final indicator set and reporting frequency will be tailored to projects and refined through the Agency’s forthcoming Space Ecosystem monitoring and evaluation framework.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, with reference to the UK Space Agency press release entitled UK invests in homegrown space tech to boost national resilience, published on 20 July 2026, what recent discussions his Department has had with universities and research organisations on...
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, with reference to the UK Space Agency press release entitled UK invests in homegrown space tech to boost national resilience, published on 20 July 2026, what recent discussions his Department has had with universities and research organisations on...
The UK Space Agency regularly engages with universities and research organisations through networks such as the Space Academic Network (SPAN) and the Space Technology Advisory Committee (STAC), which includes academic representation. The Agency also engages with university partners through initiatives including the Space Cluster Network and the Space Clusters Infrastructure Fund.
The funding announced in July will be awarded through open competitive processes against published assessment criteria.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026, what was the specific nature of the £1,070,000 constructive loss of the Skyrora V1 Launchers that were surplus to requirements.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to his Department's annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026, what was the specific nature of the £1,070,000 constructive loss of the Skyrora V1 Launchers that were surplus to requirements.
In 2025, the UK ordered a number of Skyrora V1 launchers, which were manufactured as per the contract. However, in parallel, the launcher design was improved, resulting in a V3 version. Where possible, production of the upgraded V3 launchers used components from the V1 launchers, however some components were unable to be used, which had a corresponding value of £1,070,000.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what discussions his Department has had with international partners on the regulation of space-based light reflection technologies; and whether the UK plans to raise concerns about such technologies at the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer...
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what discussions his Department has had with international partners on the regulation of space-based light reflection technologies; and whether the UK plans to raise concerns about such technologies at the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer...
The UK Government engages internationally through a range of fora, including the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space, to help develop guidelines and governance structures that meet the needs of the modern space age. This work includes international engagement on matters such as sustainability and the protection of dark and quiet skies for astronomy and scientific observation.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what recent comparative assessment he has made of the competitiveness of the UK's space sector relative to other G7 countries.
To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what recent comparative assessment he has made of the competitiveness of the UK's space sector relative to other G7 countries.
The Department regularly analyses the UK's position in the global space sector, drawing on commercial data covering a range of nations, including G7 economies. The latest publicly available shows that the UK is top European country by investment secured since 2014. The UK captures 5% of the global space market.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how much has been invested in the resilience of military space systems since the publication of the Strategic Defence Review.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how much has been invested in the resilience of military space systems since the publication of the Strategic Defence Review.
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has continued to invest in resilient military space capabilities, focused on space control, decision advantage, and supporting Defence's ability to understand threats and conduct operations. In line with the Defence Investment Plan, this includes investment in space domain awareness, command and control, satellite communications, and space-based intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
The Department does not comment on the detailed capabilities of its space systems for operational and security reasons.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress he has made on developing the resilience of military space systems since the Strategic Defence Review.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress he has made on developing the resilience of military space systems since the Strategic Defence Review.
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has continued to invest in resilient military space capabilities, focused on space control, decision advantage, and supporting Defence's ability to understand threats and conduct operations. In line with the Defence Investment Plan, this includes investment in space domain awareness, command and control, satellite communications, and space-based intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance.
The Department does not comment on the detailed capabilities of its space systems for operational and security reasons.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has been made since the publication of the Strategic Defence Review on space-based capabilities.
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what progress has been made since the publication of the Strategic Defence Review on space-based capabilities.
Since publication of the Strategic Defence Review, the Ministry of Defence has continued to strengthen the resilience of UK military space capabilities and develop next-generation space-based intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities. This includes the declaration of Full Operating Capability of the Noctis-1 Space Domain Awareness sensor in May 2026, the introduction of the BOREALIS space command and control system, and continued delivery of Programme ISTARI, with additional satellites in production following the acceptance of TYCHE into service in December 2025.