UK Space Agency, C-LEO subsidy scheme

• The value of the scheme is up to £93.75 million. The purpose of the subsidy is to grant funding to support research and development (R&D) for firms based in Great Britain (GB) to develop their Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite communications capabilities.
• Our key takeaways from the Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) report are:
  • Always ensure sufficient evidence is incorporated to support market failures.
  • Follow the approach set out in the Statutory Guidance to demonstrate how the total subsidy scheme is assessed.
  • Make sure to adequately consider potential for negative impacts on international trade and investment

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