Parliamentary Search

1-2 of 2 results for subject:"Spaceport Cornwall"

Show detailed: On Off
Results: 10 20 50 100
Sort by: Newest first Oldest first
First Launch of Satellites from Cornwall

Last night, Virgin Orbit attempted the first orbital launch from Spaceport Cornwall. Unfortunately, the launch was unsuccessful. We will work closely with Virgin Orbit as they investigate what caused the failure in the coming days and weeks. While a failed launch is disappointing, launching a spacecraft always carries significant risks....
Member
Grant Shapps (Conservative)
Department
Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
Type
Written statements
Date
10 January 2023
Reference
HCWS489
House
House of Commons
First Launch of Satellites from Cornwall

My Right Honourable friend the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has today made the following statement:

Last night, Virgin Orbit attempted the first orbital launch from Spaceport Cornwall. Unfortunately, the launch was unsuccessful. We will work closely with Virgin Orbit as they investigate what caused the failure...
Member
Lord Callanan (Conservative)
Department
Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy
Type
Written statements
Date
10 January 2023
Reference
HLWS479
House
House of Lords