What Happened
Government Invests £7.8 Billion in Space Sector Growth
The UK government has launched a new space strategy, investing £7.8 billion in the space sector until 2030. The strategy aims to drive growth, strengthen security, and back everyday technologies, with a focus on space-based security and defense capabilities. Funding includes £149 million for the European Space Agency’s Vigil mission and £880 million for space control and intelligence. The strategy also emphasizes in-orbit servicing, assembly, and manufacturing, and is expected to create skilled jobs and drive economic growth. This development was reported by the UK government’s official website, GOV.UK.