Spaceflight
Lords · Question HL16011 · Tabled 25 Mar 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 10 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Risby
To ask His Majesty's Government whether a UK-made rocket being launched from a licensed UK spaceport in 2026 is still a priority for the Government.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Lloyd of Effra, 10 Apr 2026
The Government’s priority is to secure assured access to space for the United Kingdom.The Government is supporting the development of an operational UK spaceport and a competitive launch market. SaxaVord Spaceport in Shetland is Europe’s first licensed ve...