UK space policy labelled “disjointed and unclear” – The National

  • Date: 06-Nov-2022
  • Source: The National
  • Sector:Technology
  • Country:Oman
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UK space policy labelled “disjointed and unclear” – The National

The UK government’s approach to space policy is “disjointed and unclear”, MPs have said, as Britains's first-ever satellite launch was postponed due to licensing delays.

Members of the Science and Technology Committee said the country must improve its approach to leadership on space.

It comes as reports suggest the launch of Virgin Orbit's modified Boeing 747 Cosmic Girl has been postponed after it has so far failed to secure a licence from the Civil Aviation Authority.