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
British frigate withdrawn from service in Gulf
HMS Lancaster will now be retired. The Type 23 Frigate will not return to the UK for decommissioning and will instead be prepared for disposal in Bahrain.
NATO sets out how it plans to fight and win at sea
NATO will further develop carrier strike, anti-submarine, naval mine warfare and seaborne autonomous capabilities to support the ability to deter, defend or decisively strike against an aggressor.
Over one third of Ajax vehicles caused crew health problems
More than a third of the Ajax vehicles in a recent British Army training exercise were linked to new noise and vibration injuries, the UK Defence Journal understands.
NATO chief tells Putin ‘we are not going anywhere’
NATO foreign ministers have endorsed work on a path toward spending 5 percent of national GDP on defence and reaffirmed continued support for Ukraine.
BAE Systems reports record youth training levels in UK
BAE Systems says it now has more than 6800 young people in training across its UK operations as applications open for its 2026 apprenticeship intake.
UK joins Norway’s mine warfare ‘mothership’ project
The UK will join Norway’s programme to develop offshore support vessels designed to deploy uncrewed minehunting and undersea-warfare systems.
Ajax trial manager blasts crews over ‘incompetence’
A senior employee of General Dynamics UK has posted comments on social media suggesting that crews bear responsibility for several problems associated with the British Army’s Ajax armoured vehicle.
UK seeking special ops micro drone for underwater missions
The UK wants underwater micro drones for special operations, coastal and offshore reconnaissance, and the protection of critical underwater infrastructure.
UK cuts steel on new support ship as RFA Resurgent is named
Work has begun on the first of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s new Fleet Solid Support ships, RFA Resurgent, following a steel cutting ceremony at Appledore shipyard in Devon.
Royal Navy Christmas film shows reality of frontline duty
The Royal Navy has released its 2025 Christmas film, inspired by real operations in the Red Sea. It blends authentic footage with firsthand accounts to show the pressure, skill and sacrifice behind the demands placed on sailors and families during deployments.
