British Space Industry Act will enable first-ever commercial space flights from UK soil

Nicholas Fearn
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New laws will make UK a "the best place in Europe to start and grow a space business", claims transport minister Jo Johnson

New laws intended to accelerate space innovation, exploration and investment across the UK are set to be enshrined into law today. The Space Industry Bill, which will be signed by the Queen toda...

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