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UK astronaut set for 2015 launch

Major Tim Peake has been confirmed as the first official British astronaut to live and work in space. The 41-year-old will fly to the International Space Station in November 2015.

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Prime Minister congratulates first official UK astronaut

David Cameron has congratulated Major Tim Peake on becoming the first official British astronaut.

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