George Allison
George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison
Armed forces intake rises as recruitment improves
UK Regular Armed Forces intake has increased by 13 percent over the past 12 months, with total intake now exceeding outflow across all three services for the first time in four years, according to the Ministry of Defence.
Javelin production ramp drives supply chain expansion
Lockheed Martin and Raytheon are scaling up the Javelin missile supply chain as global demand continues to rise, with suppliers investing in capacity, tooling and infrastructure to support higher production rates.
Hamilton to become Army deputy chief of staff
Lieutenant General Simon Hamilton is set to become the British Army’s next Deputy Chief of the General Staff, following his tenure as interim Chief Executive of Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), according to the organisation.
High value contracts awarded to support 3,000 MOD boats
The Ministry of Defence has awarded nine contracts worth GBP 283.5 million to five companies to maintain and support around 3,000 boats used by the UK Armed Forces and MOD Police.
Leonardo partners with Uplift360 on recycled defence materials
Leonardo has formed a partnership with UK scale-up Uplift360 to develop recycled carbon fibre from defence platforms and production waste, as part of efforts to strengthen supply chain resilience and reduce reliance on virgin materials.
Trump mocks British aircraft carriers in latest remarks
The US President has mocked the armed forces of a close ally once again, describing Britain's aircraft carriers as toys. This isn't satire.
Royal Navy urged to rebuild critical thinking culture
The Royal Navy must reinvest in developing leaders who can debate, challenge assumptions and think critically if it is to remain effective in combat, a new study has warned, according to research by the University of Exeter.
Union backs critical status for steel and shipbuilding
Unite has given a cautious welcome to a government move to designate steel, shipbuilding, AI and energy infrastructure as sectors critical to national security, according to the union.
NATO enters new chapter as threats intensify, says Rutte
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has set out a significant increase in defence spending and a strengthened deterrence posture in the Alliance 2025 Annual Report.
Pollard outlines defence reforms to speed up procurement
The UK is reforming procurement and expanding industrial partnerships to support faster capability delivery, Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry Luke Pollard MP has said.
