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2nd Report - Scotland’s space sector follow-up: launch

Scottish Affairs Committee HC 671 Published 10 September 2025
Report Status
Government responded
Conclusions & Recommendations
24 items (20 recs)
Government Response
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Accepted 6
Accepted in Part 1
Acknowledged 3
Deferred 6
Not Addressed 1
Rejected 7
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5th Special Report - Scotland’s space sector follow-up: launch: Government Response · published 1 Dec 2025
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Recommendations & Conclusions

1 item
11 Recommendation Accepted in Part

Integrate defence priorities into the launch sector by supporting Scottish SMEs in defence projects.

Recommendation
The Ministry of Defence must work with the UK Space Agency and Scottish stakeholders to integrate defence priorities into the launch sector. This should include supporting Scottish SMEs in defence-related projects, creating a pipeline of innovation and capability that aligns … Read more
Government Response Summary
The Ministry of Defence states it is working with DSIT on a 'one-government' approach to space capabilities and supporting UK launch ambitions. It notes procurement rules limit the prioritisation of Scottish providers for defence-related projects and points to its participation in the NATO STARLIFT Programme for promoting UK capabilities and commercial opportunities.
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