Source · Select Committees · Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
Recommendation 20
20
Accepted
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The Government has taken positive steps towards supporting the establishment of space debris removal missions...
Conclusion
The Government has taken positive steps towards supporting the establishment of space debris removal missions and we look forward to seeing further work in this area, especially on ensuring that regulation of these activities is fit for purpose. Space debris removal missions should remain a clear focus of Government support and facilitation for the foreseeable future.
Government Response Summary
The government states it remains committed to Active Debris Removal missions and is at the forefront of this work through ESA programmes and a national mission, attracting providers through its regulatory framework.
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100
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
12 Government Response: UK space strategy and UK satellite infrastructure The Government remains committed to Active Debris Removal missions, which are a central part of the UK’s strategy on space sustainability, both to enable the prevention of further debris creation and the removal of legacy debris. The UK remains at the forefront of this pioneering work through its contributions to both ESA programmes and its commitment to a national Active Debris Removal mission and continues to attract Active Debris Removal mission providers through its innovative and world leading regulatory framework.