Defence: Satellites
Commons · Question 8004 · Tabled 9 Jun 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 16 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Andrew Rosindell
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of international competition and regulatory developments relating to satellite spectrum allocation, orbital access and satellite governance on UK defence capabi
Answer
Answered by Luke Pollard, 16 Jun 2026
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has assessed international competition and regulatory developments relating to satellite spectrum, orbital access and governance as presenting a strategic risk to UK Defence capabilities. These risks are recognised within Def...