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ARTICLE · 27 OCTOBER 2017

Satellite And Space Projects News - October 2017

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A UK government committee responsible for scrutinising proposed legislation has recommended changes to the UK's draft Space Industry Bill.

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UK Space Industry Bill: A UK government committee responsible for scrutinising proposed legislation has recommended changes to the UK's draft Space Industry Bill.  The recommendations are to ensure that the devolved regions (Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland) have a say in changes to devolved legislation and so that there is judicial oversight of enforcement powers under the Bill. The Bill is currently progressing through its review by the House of Lords.

UK National Satellite Testing Facility – engaging with industry – The UK government has invited bidders for the development of the National Satellite Testing Facility, as part of a £100 million funding programme [ https://www.gov.uk/government/news/100m-boost-for-uk-space-sector-to-ensure-uk-is-equipped-to-stay-ahead-of-the-competition]. At the Industry Day on 11 September, RAL Space expanded on the programme requirements covering clean room equipment, vibration testing, acoustic testing, large thermal vacuum

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