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Brits in Space

Three, two, one, lift off! This edition launches into the extraordinary – and extraterrestrial – world of astronaut training, discovering what it truly takes to become a European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut. As Europe looks to play a more prominent role in space exploration, we shine a spotlight on the candidates who are pushing boundaries and preparing to represent Great Britain and Northern Ireland amongst the stars.