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
MOD outlines crew for new Fleet Solid Support ships
The Fleet Solid Support ships’ crew accommodations are designed to meet MOD standards, “improving living conditions for our RFA seafarers”. Crewing levels are around one hundred, with capacity for additional specialists for specific missions.
UK promotes procurement of advanced air-to-air missiles
The Government are promoting UK-led cooperative procurement opportunities on advanced air to air missiles.
UK evaluates expansion of combat drone production
The newly established Defence Uncrewed Design Authority is set to guide efforts by prioritising domestic production capacity in future procurements.
Cost of maintaining decommissioned nuclear submarines
For the last financial year, £1.72 million was spent at Rosyth, while the maintenance costs at Devonport were higher, totalling £7.1 million.
Lords urge AUKUS expansion to Canada, Japan, South Korea
Several members of the House of Lords have called for an expansion of the AUKUS alliance to include Canada, Japan, and South Korea.
New industrial strategy to look at tech used to fight Russia
The new Defence Industrial Strategy aims to "ensure a strong defence sector and resilient supply chains, across the whole of the UK."
Lord suggests Ukraine drop leaflets for North Korean troops
Lord Alton of Liverpool suggested Ukraine drop messages over the battlefield, written in Korean, encouraging North Korean soldiers to defect.
Commando Helicopter Force wraps up 12-month deployment
The Royal Navy’s Commando Helicopter Force has wrapped up a 12-month deployment with the Littoral Response Group South, taking part in exercises spanning from the Eastern Mediterranean to the Australian Outback.
Fitness of British Armed Forces gradually improves
All branches of the British Armed Forces report improved fitness test pass rates in recent years.
New NATO Baltic HQ established to strengthen regional forces
On 1 October 2024, the German Navy’s new tactical maritime headquarters, Commander Task Force Baltic, officially took over its role.
