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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

Status of new British amphibious ships clarified

"The Royal Navy is currently conducting detailed work on requirements, design, and procurement strategy, informed by early industry engagement."

Boxer armoured vehicle deliveries progressing as planned

However, challenges posed by broader global supply chain issues could result in potential impacts on the delivery schedule.

Upcoming defence review to consult ‘all nations of the UK’

This approach, it is understood, aims to ensure that the Strategic Defence Review reflects the diverse perspectives and needs of all parts of the UK.

New UK Government confirm plans to deploy carrier to Pacific

The new Labour Government has confirmed that the Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group, led by HMS Prince of Wales, will be deployed to the Indo-Pacific region in 2025.

UK reaffirms ‘Ironclad commitment’ to Ukraine

"Just a few weeks ago, we met after a Russian missile reduced a children’s hospital in Kyiv to rubble..."

Britain reconfirms plans to increase defence spending

The UK government has reiterated its commitment to achieving 2.5% of GDP expenditure on defence.

Video shows British Army vehicle firing new laser weapon

Footage shows a British Army Wolfhound vehicle firing a Laser-Directed Energy Weapon (LDEW).

UK and Germany sign new Defence Agreement

The agreement was signed on 24 July 2024 by UK Defence Secretary John Healey and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius.

Britain orders ‘significant’ amount of multirole missiles

The Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM) from Thales, weighing just 13kg each, are designed to target drones, helicopters, other aircraft, and small, fast maritime threats.

Britain starts manufacturing on new fighter jet protoype

The UK has begun manufacturing and assembling the main structure of its first new fighter jet protoype in four decades.