Space Weather: Research
Commons · Question 18665 · Tabled 9 Dec 2024 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 17 Dec 2024
Question
Asked by Ben Spencer
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of UK research into space weather and its consequences on domestic cybersecurity.
Answer
Answered by Chris Bryant, 17 Dec 2024
The UK continues to prioritise activities to mitigate the impacts of space weather. Severe space weather is identified in our National Risk Register and our response is outlined in the Severe Space Weather Preparedness Strategy.