British National Space Centre

The British National Space Centre (BNSC) partnership is at the heart of UK efforts to explore and benefit from space. This site explains what we do and how it affects you.

On 10th December, the Science Minister, Lord Drayson announced that a new executive agency will be created to replace BNSC and enhance efficiencies. View regular updates on the transition process.

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News and Events

News and Events

Science Minister announces new executive agency for UK space and satellite industry

A new executive agency will be created to take the UK's recession-busting space and satellite sector into a new space age.  

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Learning Zone

Learning Zone

Earth and Moon

See how our planet spins and why we have seasons  

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Publications

Publications

UK in space - BNSC annual report 2009

BNSC publishes the 2009 edition of its annual report covering the achievements of the past year and looking forward to the next 12 months. Highlights include the launch of Herschel and Planck..