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
Capita’s Richard Holroyd on AI in Defence and Beyond
Capita’s Public Services chief Richard Holroyd outlined how the firm is transforming into a tech-capable integrator, using AI, simulation and process redesign to speed training, recruiting timelines and modernise public services while keeping humans in the decision loop.
UK details anti-drone unit support for police events
While some details were withheld for security reasons, the MoD listed several deployments in support of UK police forces.
UK signals deeper European defence industrial cooperation
Defence Minister Luke Pollard set out the government’s position on strengthening the UK and European defence industrial base, highlighting both collaboration with allies and resilience at home.
Plans to boost UK drone capability
On 9 September, Edward Morello MP asked the Ministry of Defence what steps were being taken to improve Britain’s domestic capability in drone technology production.
MoD plans 10% cut to civil service costs by 2030
Minister Al Carns confirmed that the ambition is to reduce civil service-related costs by at least 10% by 2030 under the Defence Reform and Efficiency Plan.
Rolls-Royce picks Balfour Beatty for Derby site expansion
Rolls-Royce has appointed Balfour Beatty as its fissile construction partner for the planned expansion of its Raynesway site in Derby, the company stated.
Royal Navy guides USS Winston S. Churchill into Portsmouth
A Royal Navy officer has piloted the US Navy destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill into Portsmouth, underscoring the close ties between Britain and the United States, the Royal Navy stated.
NATO launches robotic warfare exercise off Portugal
The multinational maritime exercise REPMUS/Dynamic Messenger 2025 has begun off the Atlantic coast of Portugal.
L3Harris to supply EO/IR systems for Kongsberg C-UxS vehicle
L3Harris Technologies has signed an agreement with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace to provide WESCAM MX-10D electro-optical/infrared sensor systems.
Royal Navy clears Malloy T-150 drone for front-line use
The Royal Navy has declared the Malloy T-150 uncrewed air system ready for front-line operations, following two years of trials and development with Royal Marines and 700X Naval Air Squadron, the service announced.
