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
UK shipbuilding output up 72% but civil sector lacks backing
Tom Chant MBE, Chief Executive of the Society of Maritime Industries, told MPs that while the defence sector provided a reliable base of work, the same could not be said for civil contracts.
Rasmussen: No security for Ukraine without European troops
Former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen has warned that Ukraine cannot be guaranteed protection from future Russian aggression unless European nations deploy troops on Ukrainian soil.
Britain takes delivery of 40th F-35B Lightning jet
The UK has now received 40 of its planned fleet of 48 F-35B Lightning aircraft, following the latest delivery flight.
Doogan warns shipbuilding held back by lack of fair finance
At the Scottish Affairs Committee, Dave Doogan MP pressed concerns that UK shipyards are disadvantaged by foreign state subsidies and a lack of joined-up planning at home.
Ferguson Marine turns to defence work to fill gaps
The boss of the Scottish Government owned Ferguson Marine shipyard has told MPs that the Port Glasgow yard is increasingly dependent on subcontracted defence work from BAE Systems.
Ferguson yard boss warns of staff losses amid gap in work
The head of Ferguson Marine has warned MPs that the lack of ferry orders is forcing the Port Glasgow yard to shed workers and risks undermining its future stability.
Mental health remains leading barrier for Army recruits
More than half of Army applicants refused on medical grounds in 2024 were turned away for psychiatric reasons, according to new figures.
Britain demands NATO must contest Russia in every domain
Britain’s top military officer has called for NATO to confront Russia across every front, warning that deterrence depends on showing strength in all areas of competition, from nuclear forces to economic pressure.
Radakin warns against ‘either or’ thinking in UK defence
In his final public address as Chief of the Defence Staff, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin cautioned against reducing the future of UK defence to what he called “simplistic ‘either / or’ debates.”
British warship ‘opens fire’ with gun
The Royal Navy’s Batch 2 River-class offshore patrol vessel HMS Trent has carried out her first 30mm gunnery firing in a year and a half, according to an update from the ship’s crew.
