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India: New Space Policy

On-line seminar on 28 July 2020 explained changes to Indian space policy "aimed at boosting private sector . . . [more]

Tianwen-1: China’s Objectives
As China launches its Mars mission Tianwen-1 we consider some of the objectives it . . . [more]

ISPL Dictionary of Space Terminology
The London Institute of Space Policy and Law (ISPL) is delighted to announce the . . . [more]

Space Policy and Law Course 2020 and ISPL Events
To protect our staff, colleagues and attendees we are postponing our annual practitioners' course, . . . [more]

Tribute to Bin Cheng
The Journal of Space Law is dedicating a special issue reflecting on the legacy of Professor Bin . . . [more]

Professor Bin Cheng (1921-2019)
It is with great sadness that ISPL reports the death of its great . . . [more]

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The London Institute of Space Policy and Law

Welcome to ISPL

Our Mission

  • To carry out impartial study of space policies and related law.
  • To promote sustainable use of outer space for the benefit of all.
  • Educate and inform present and future policy-makers, judges and lawyers.
  • To apply a multi-disciplinary approach, informed by scientific, technical, economic and social factors.
  • To foster a diverse international faculty, researchers and visiting scholars.

Who We Are

ISPL is an independent institution with a faculty of leading academics, legal and policy professionals, scientists and engineers, political scientists  and others active in the space sector. Together we offer a wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of space activity.

World leaders in the space sector serve on our Board of Directors and Board of Advisers.

ISPL has close links with the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), national space agencies, commercial enterprises, law firms and academic institutions around the world. We collaborate with many educational and research organisations, and are associated with the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, London University.

What We Do

  • Research in space policy and law topics, independently or commissioned by international, government and private entities.
  • Examine the merits and consequences of alternative policies and laws.
  • Encourage postgraduate research and degrees in space policy and space law.
  • Provide courses, seminars and lectures for other institutions
  • Provide industry and practitioner seminars on topical subjects.
  • Offer continuing professional development (CPD) seminars and courses accredited by the Solicitors Regulatory Authority and the Bar Standards Board.
  • Offer intensive courses on space-related topics.
  • Publish our research reports, studies, background documents and other space law and policy material online.

 

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