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 confirms investment in Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapons
Investment in the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship weapon programme is continuing under an on-going assessment phase contract with MBDA.
New images show British warship with new five inch gun
The Royal Navy has installed an advanced Mk45 Mod 4A gun on HMS Glasgow, incorporating automated technology inspired by the US Navy’s Zumwalt-class destroyers.
Government clarifies support for veterans with hearing loss
Jim Shannon, Democratic Unionist Party MP for Strangford, asked the Ministry of Defence about the support provided and planned for veterans who experienced hearing loss.
No evidence Belarusian nationals accessed submarine details
The Government say there is "no evidence that Belarusian nationals had access to sensitive information" after reports that software used by British nuclear submarine engineers had been outsourced to Belarusian developers.
MOD reviews eligibility criteria for Nuclear Test Medal
The Secretary of State for Defence has directed the Ministry of Defence to look at the commemorative medal criteria.
New British cruise missile to be fired later this year
The next significant milestone for the SPEAR Cap 3 programme is the first guided firing, scheduled to take place later this year.
Ireland’s Naval Service Struggling reveals report
A recent Irish parlimentary report has shed light on the ongoing challenges facing Ireland’s Naval Service, revealing that it is operating at only 66% of its agreed-upon strength.
Entire Offshore Patrol Vessel fleet at sea or deployed
With 100% of the fleet active or deployed from the South Atlantic to Southeast Asia, and of course home waters, the UK has a visible presence at sea across the world.
NATO trains to deal with Russian electronic warfare at sea
Dynamic Guard involved nearly 1,000 personnel, ships, and aircraft from several NATO countries, giving them the chance to operate in conditions where electronic warfare is present.
Over half of Britain’s frigates now active or deployable
Currently around half of the Royal Navy's escort vessels, Type 45 Destroyers and Type 23 Frigates, are active or immediately deployable, representing a significant rise in availability compared to previous months.
