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
Plymouth-built uncrewed boat armed with Sea Venom missile
A twelve-metre armed uncrewed surface vessel built near Plymouth has been launched carrying MBDA's Sea Venom anti-ship missile.
Faslane submarine docks to be reserved for British shipyards
Three new floating docks for Faslane will be built in Britain, with the work competed under a UK-only tender on the grounds of national security.
Five arrested after suspicious vehicles near RAF Fairford
Gloucestershire Constabulary said officers were called at around 12.45am following a report of three suspicious vehicles travelling towards RAF Fairford.
American warship sunk by missiles off Scotland in live fire
The decommissioned American frigate USS Klakring has been sunk off the Hebrides during the joint US-UK live-fire exercise Atlantic Thunder 2026.
Latvia moves to buy American long-range strike missiles
Latvia is set to buy Anduril's Barracuda long-range missiles, which would make it the first Baltic state to field a strike weapon of that reach.
Multiple explosives arrests near RAF base, town evacuated
A major incident has been declared near RAF Fairford after several men were arrested on suspicion of offences under the Explosives Act, with residents evacuated.
EU funding to buy Ukrainian drones and air defence
Ukraine says billions provided by the European Union under the Ukraine Support Loan will be used to fund purchases of drones and air defence systems.
British general takes command of NATO Atlantic headquarters
General Nick Perry has become the first British officer to command NATO's JFC Norfolk, taking over the HQ responsible for protecting the transatlantic link and directing Alliance operations across the North Atlantic and High North.
Ukraine streamlines permits for foreign service members
Ukraine has issued new guidance intended to make it easier for foreign nationals and stateless people serving under contract to obtain temporary residence permits.
All operational British Rivet Joint spy planes near Russia
Britain deployed its entire operational RC-135W Rivet Joint intelligence aircraft fleet on missions around Russia this week.
