The UK space sector is set for a shake-up after ministers unveiled reforms designed to cut red tape, streamline decision-making, and accelerate growth in one of Britain’s fastest-developing industries.
Under the plans, the UK Space Agency (UKSA) will formally become part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) by April 2026. The move is designed to eliminate duplication across Whitehall and ensure that strategy, policy, and delivery are joined up under direct ministerial oversight.
The changes form part of the Government’s wider “Plan for Change”, which aims to simplify the role of public bodies, improve accountability, and remove bureaucratic barriers.
The UK space industry – comprising more than 1,100 companies and contributing £2.3 billion to the economy – is increasingly vital to national infrastructure. Nearly one-fifth of UK GDP depends on satellite services, from navigation to communications.
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