We use some essential cookies to make this website work.
We’d like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services.
We also use cookies set by other sites to help us deliver content from their services.
You have accepted additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.
You have rejected additional cookies. You can change your cookie settings at any time.
Departments, agencies and public bodies
News stories, speeches, letters and notices
Detailed guidance, regulations and rules
Reports, analysis and official statistics
Consultations and strategy
Data, Freedom of Information releases and corporate reports
Customers must no longer access programmes via EU satellite broadcasting services to avoid a charge for a UK service.
Technology Minister Sir John Whittingdale has announced initiatives in a bid to cement the UK as an international leader in telecoms.
Guidance for Satellite broadcasters transmitting copyright works into the UK and from the UK to EEA states.
Up to £60 million is available for innovations that will help boost the UK’s satellite communications sector, following the record number of global satellite launches in 2023.
The government's response to a European Commission consultation on the review of the EU Satellite and Cable Directive.
Following a provisional clearance in March, the CMA is now allowing the proposed merger of Viasat and Inmarsat to go ahead.
Engage with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) on SKYNET Enduring Capability (SKEC), the next generation of solutions for future satellite communication programmes.
Images from space showing the European Remote Sensing Satellite (ERS-2) as it makes its return to Earth, have been released today by the UK Space Agency.
Rules for UK and EU broadcasters and video on-demand services
The UK Space Agency has announced funding for work which aims to prolong the life of satellites, as part of efforts to ensure space remains sustainable for future generations.
Internet-based TV channels on smart TVs could be brought in line with existing Ofcom content rules on traditional TV
This series brings together all documents relating to Sport satellite account for the UK statistics
The decision comes after a Phase 2 review revealed Viasat and Inmarsat will likely face significant competition from both emerging and established players as the sector expands.
The contracts will develop innovative software to provide a robust, secure and automated satellite control system for future UK MOD satellites.
UK Science & Innovation Network USA delivered a series of visits leading to a £450,000 grant to test new technology on the International Space Station.
A new satellite that uses advanced UK technology to switch coverage between different places on Earth up to 1,000 times per second has launched into space.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
To help us improve GOV.UK, we’d like to know more about your visit today. We’ll send you a link to a feedback form. It will take only 2 minutes to fill in. Don’t worry we won’t send you spam or share your email address with anyone.