The e-Merlin radio telescope array, a national powerhouse led by Jodrell Bank, faces imminent shutdown due to ending funding after March 2028 — risking the closure of the Lovell Telescope and 28 jobs. This vital network, linking seven telescopes across 220 kilometers, functions as one giant telescope, delivering Hubble-level detail to study star and planet formation through cosmic dust. Scientists are stunned by the potential loss, despite its upgraded, state-of-the-art tech. But hope remains: Jodrell Bank is exploring a new mission — using its massive dish for space radar to track satellites and debris, potentially securing its future. Public support is strong, with many urging the site to stay a living science hub, not just a relic.
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