George Allison
George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison
Call to send surplus Warrior IFVs to Ukraine gains traction
A public petition calling on the UK Government to transfer surplus Warrior infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) to Ukraine has passed 14,000 signatures, prompting an official government response in the coming days.
NATO to boost missile defences 400%, allies to buy 700 F-35s
NATO Secretary General Rutte has announced new defence targets, including a 400% increase in missile defences and the collective purchase of at least 700 F-35 fighter jets by non-U.S. #NATO Allies.
Images show frigate on barge at Rosyth ahead of float off
New imagery shows HMS Venturer, the first of the Royal Navy’s five Type 31 frigates, in position atop submersible barge CD01 at Rosyth ahead of her float-off.
UK signs support contract for new Protector drone fleet
The Ministry of Defence has signed a long-term logistics and sustainment contract with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI) to support the Royal Air Force’s new fleet of Protector drones.
Russia could strike NATO ‘within five years’, warns chief
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a stark warning that Russia may be ready to launch military action against the Alliance within five years, calling for industrial mobilisation to avert future conflict.
Meteor integration on F-35B delayed from 2027 to early 2030s
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the integration of the MBDA Meteor missile with the F-35B Lightning II has slipped again, with in-service capability now expected in the early 2030s.
UK still considering F-35A purchase for NATO strike role
We’ve corrected our article: UK F-35A purchase intention not confirmed, but being considered based on requriements. Gov’t edited response after error suggested a firm shift.
US Air Force General next NATO Supreme Commander
Lieutenant General Alexus G. Grynkewich of the United States Air Force has been officially nominated as the next Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), NATO has announced.
Peers quiz MOD on amphibious capabilities in review
The Strategic Defence Review came under scrutiny in the House of Lords where peers pressed ministers on the future of amphibious lift and the cross-party character of the review.
Babcock opens welding school to train new apprentices
Babcock International has opened a new welding apprenticeship school in Bristol, combining traditional training with augmented reality technology to meet rising demand for skilled workers in the defence sector.
