Space Law

World leaders should look to existing international law on the use of force to address the threat of space becoming ever more militarised, a new study argues. Space has the potential to be a source and place of armed conflict and regulating military activities in space is of pressing international c

Naomi Pryde examines the opportunities for Scotland's space sector. Scotland aims to be Europe’s leading space nation, with ambitious plans outlined in the Scottish Government’s Space Strategy. The space industry heralds endless commercial opportunities. According to the Bank of America,

The Highland Council will promote, on behalf of Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE), proposed byelaws to restrict public access rights during launches at the Sutherland SpacePort by Tongue. The proposed byelaws will be made available for public inspection and a 12-week public consultation will ta

Nasa is investigating what is thought to be the first ever allegation of a crime committed in space.