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UK Space Strategy
08 September 2026
Lead MP
Chris McDonald
Debate Type
General Debate
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EconomyCommunity SecurityScience & Technology
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Chris McDonald raised concerns about uk space strategy in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Chris McDonald introduced the UK Space Strategy statement made by Baroness Lloyd of Effra, the Minister for Space, Cyber and Regulatory Reform. He highlighted the publication of the strategy which aims to align government activities to provide a coherent portfolio for delivery into the 2030s, backed by £7.8 billion of funding. The strategy focuses on delivering priority outcomes in defence, national security, and economic growth, and aims to make the UK a more competitive, agile space power.
Chris McDonald
Lab
Glasgow Kelvin
Chris McDonald introduced the UK Space Strategy statement, highlighting its aim to provide a coherent portfolio for delivery into the 2030s, backed by £7.8 billion of funding. He emphasised the strategy's focus on defence, national security, and economic growth to make the UK a more competitive, agile space power.
Government Response
Baroness Lloyd of Effra, Minister for Space, Cyber and Regulatory Reform, announced the publication of the UK Space Strategy, which aims to align government activities to provide a coherent and prioritised portfolio for delivery into the 2030s. The strategy focuses on delivering priority outcomes in defence, national security, and economic growth, backed by £7.8 billion of funding. It aims to make the UK a more competitive, agile space power and sets clear priorities and direction of travel for the space sector.
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