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Proceeding contribution from Baroness Ashton of Upholland (Labour) in the House of Lords on Thursday, 9 July 2026. It occurred during Debate on select committee report on The Space Economy (UK Engagement with Space Committee Report).


The Space Economy (UK Engagement with Space Committee Report)

My Lords, I thank all noble Lords who participated in this debate and my noble friend the Minister for her response. It is clear from everything that has been said that we have real opportunities in economic growth, world leadership and resolving problems, both in space and on earth. It is also clear that we need to get on with it.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
858 c318 
Session
2026-27
Chamber / Committee
House of Lords chamber
Subjects
Defence Business Finance Innovation International cooperation National security Ministry of Defence European Space Agency Research Regulation Safety Space technology Departmental coordination Training Small businesses Skilled workers Venture capital USA Global navigation satellite systems Satellites Spaceflight UK Space Agency Trade competitiveness Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Space Space debris National Space Operations Centre
Link
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