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Science minister calls for Brits in space

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London (UPI) Oct 10, 2008
Britain's new science minister says he wants to send British astronauts into space to encourage a new generation to become scientists and engineers.

"We have to recognize that putting people into space is an iconic science project that inspires people," said Paul Drayson, who was appointed last week.

The politician-businessman who also is a racecar driver said he came to his realization after visiting Florida's Kennedy Space Center with his family.

"I have five children, and the tour guide asked all the children aged between 8 and 15 to put their hands up," Drayson told London's Daily Telegraph.

"She said that they were eligible to join the NASA astronaut program to fly to Mars," Drayson said. "I remember when men landed on the moon. Now my 11-year-old daughter wants to be an astronaut."

Britain spends nearly $350 million on space each year, but all of it goes toward robotic probes and satellites, the Telegraph said.

The government has opposed supporting manned space flight for 40 years.

Drayson's Department for Innovation, Universities and Skills plans to issue a recommendation on the matter within six months, the newspaper said.

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Toulouse, France (AFP) Sept 29, 2008
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