Live: Virgin Orbit, UK’s first-ever rocket mission takes off from Cornwall

The UK is about to play host to an unprecedented space mission, which could turn the country into a home of new rocket launches. It will be the first ever rocket launch from UK soil, as well as the first time that satellites have been launched from Europe. Several satellites are due to be blasted into space on Monday night from Cornwall Airport near Newquay. Watch more from Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: Like The Independent on Facebook: Follow The Independent on Twitter: Follow The Independent on Instagram: Download the iOS & Android app: Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events: