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 delays equipment plan publication, promises ‘transparency’
Observers may view the postponement as understandable given the ongoing reviews but will likely watch closely to see how the MOD delivers on its promise of enhanced transparency in future reports.
Government rebukes call for warships to be used in Channel
Responding to a parliamentary question from Rupert Lowe MP on using warships in the English Channel, the MOD reiterated that ""Defence assets are procured for Defence tasks".
HMS Northumberland scrapping saves over £100 million
The Type 23 frigate was deemed uneconomical to repair after significant structural damage was discovered during a planned refit.
Chinook retirement ‘will not impact’ air assault operations
The MOD assured that the phased retirement of 14 older aircraft will not impact the delivery of defence outputs or air assault operations, as it coincides with the introduction of advanced Chinook H-47ER helicopters starting in 2027.
Survival skills – A foundational gap in Arctic operations
At a CEPA-hosted briefing on Arctic security, Minna Ålander, a Senior Fellow specialising in Arctic and Nordic defence, highlighted a vital yet often overlooked challenge facing NATO allies: basic survival skills in Arctic environments.
Experts caution NATO gap in ‘all-domain awareness’ in Arctic
At a recent CEPA briefing on the launch of a new report, experts explored critical gaps in NATO's Arctic capabilities and discussed opportunities for Western and Northern European nations to enhance regional security.
Assault ships ‘not as important as political will’ in Arctic
"Some changes in specific capabilities, in the sense of onesies and twosies, are less important than the political will and the willingness to engage", advised Lance Landrum, Senior Fellow at CEPA.
Accommodation for Service personnel ‘shocking’
A Defence Committee report published today finds that accommodation for service personnel and their families is “shocking”, with two-thirds of service family accommodation needing major work to meet modern standards.
British Army vehicle fires high energy laser weapon
The trial against moving aerial targets marks a significant milestone in integrating advanced directed energy weapons into the British Army’s arsenal.
UK confirms meeting with Israeli Defence Chief Herzi Halevi
The purpose of the meeting, say the Government, was a concerted international effort to de-escalate tensions and promote peace in the Middle East.
