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
An interview on the Fleet Solid Support programme
Recently, George Allison spoke to Navantia UK and DE&S about the Fleet Solid Support programme—its progress, investment, and how it aims to revitalise UK shipbuilding and restore sovereign capability.
Princess of Wales names Royal Navy frigate HMS Glasgow
The first of the Royal Navy’s new Type 26 frigates, HMS Glasgow, has been formally named by Her Royal Highness The Princess of Wales at a ceremony held at BAE Systems’ Scotstoun shipyard.
Barrel fitted to new 5-inch gun aboard HMS Glasgow
HMS Glasgow, the lead ship of the Royal Navy's new Type 26 frigates, has reached another key milestone with the fitting of the barrel on its 5-inch (127mm) Mk 45 Mod 4A naval gun.
Chelsea sale funds still frozen, UK vows aid for Ukraine
The UK Government has confirmed that funds from the 2022 sale of Chelsea Football Club remain frozen in a UK bank account, as ministers continue to work on a legal mechanism to transfer the money to humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
UK, allies expose Russian cyber campaign on defence firms
The UK and international partners have exposed a long-running Russian cyber campaign aimed at disrupting logistics, defence, and technology organisations supporting Ukraine, according to a new advisory published by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
The business of survival – Up close with Miysis DIRCM
At Leonardo UK’s Edinburgh site, engineers are developing what is considered one of the most advanced Directed Infrared Countermeasure (DIRCM) systems currently available: Miysis.no,
How Leonardo’s Osprey radar tracks the unseen
Recently, George Allison had the opportunity to visit Leonardo’s radar development site in Edinburgh, where he was given an in-depth look at the cutting-edge Osprey radar system.
QinetiQ lands £1.54bn MOD deal, posts strong orders
QinetiQ secures £1.54bn MOD deal to modernise test & evaluation, supporting 1,200 jobs and boosting UK defence readiness.
Huge boost to RAF and Royal Navy aircrew training capacity
The eight-year contract, managed by Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S), aims to quadruple the number of Mission Aircrew trained annually—from around 35 to 140.
Images show missiles off the coast of Scotland
Dramatic images have emerged from NATO's Formidable Shield 2025 exercise, showcasing live missile launches over the waters off Scotland.
