United Kingdom backs new space strategy with £7.8 billion to counter orbital threats and strengthen satellite capabilities

The United Kingdom published a national space strategy backed by £7.8 billion in planned investment through 2030, including more than £3 billion for defense capabilities. Priorities include resilient satellite communications, space-domain awareness, protection of British and allied assets, and stronger domestic launch and manufacturing capacity. The strategy treats space infrastructure as essential to both economic activity and national security amid growing orbital congestion and hostile threats. Delivery will depend on coordinated government procurement and industry investment, with funding spread across civil, commercial and military programs rather than one project.