Space Industry (Indemnities) Act 2025

The Space Industry (Indemnities) Act 2025 allows the UK government to provide legal indemnity (financial protection from liability) to commercial space companies operating in Britain. This means the government will cover costs if a space company causes damage, such as harm to people, property, or the environment, during launch, orbital operations, or reentry activities. The Act enables the UK space sector to compete globally by reducing the insurance burden on companies, while establishing a framework for when and how government protection applies. Essentially, British taxpayers assume some financial risk so that UK space businesses can operate more cheaply and attract investment.