RAND Europe Study on Emerging Technology Implications for UK Space Regulation (assets.publishing.service.gov.uk)

• Seven critical technologies analyzed for space sector impact up to 2040.
• UK has potential for regulatory leadership but faces skills shortages and international competition.
• Study recommends adaptive regulation, sandboxes, and strategic foresight for space governance.

"This RAND Europe report, commissioned by the UK Regulatory Horizons Council, examines the intersection of seven emerging technology areas with the space domain out to 2040. It identifies opportunities and risks for the UK, including economic growth, national security, and scientific advancement, while highlighting regulatory gaps and the need for adaptive, anticipatory regulation. The study emphasizes the UK's potential to be a thought leader in space governance, leveraging mechanisms like regulatory sandboxes and strategic foresight."