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Defence Space Stragety

01 February 2022

Proposing MP
Jeremy Quin Con
Horsham
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Defence
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement is about publishing the Defence Space Strategy which outlines the Ministry of Defence's approach to protecting and defending space.

Action Requested

I am pleased to announce the publication of the Defence Space Strategy, which details how £1.4 billion over 10 years will be allocated for space capabilities, in addition to existing funding.

Key Facts

  • Defence Space Strategy (DSS) published.
  • MOD to deliver National Space Strategy’s ‘protect and defend’ goal through capabilities, operations and workforce growth.
  • £1.4 billion allocated over 10 years for space capabilities.
  • Already allocated £5 billion over 10 years for Skynet satellite communications capability.
  • DSS reinforces the four objectives of the 2021 Integrated Review.
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