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A dramatic increase in the money flowing to the UK from European Space Agency (ESA) programmes has been announced today, with an additional £112 million (€134 million) in contracts secured for the UK space sector between June 2022 and December 2024.

Science Secretary hails UK space sector for securing record-breaking contracts and propelling government’s mission forward
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British space sector secures European Space Agency contracts worth £80 million more than government contributions in last quarter of 2024 – a record for any member state.

John McFall has been cleared to become the first person with a physical disability to take part in a mission to the International Space Station (ISS).

Two innovative projects are awarded a share of £16 million from the UK Space Agency today (3 February) to position the UK at the forefront of the latest advancements in satellite communications.

Planetary defence is a key part of space sustainability and protection. In this article Edward Baker, Planetary Defence Lead at the National Space Operations Centre (NSpOC), explains its importance and the UK’s role in global efforts to protect Earth.

A landmark Scottish rocket launch is set to solidify the UK as a European leader in the space sector.

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