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
UK in ‘early hybrid conflict’ with Russia, Bailey warns
Calvin Bailey MP has issued one of the bluntest public assessments yet of the security situation facing the UK, arguing that Europe is not living through a pre-war moment but “already in the early stages of a prolonged hybrid conflict with Russia”.
New UK ammo factories expected to lean heavily on exports
Companies behind the new munitions factories have been warned that UK demand may be limited and that most of their business is expected to come from exports.
UK confirms FC/ASW fit checks on F-35B, no integration plan
F-35B fit checks were conducted to confirm that FC/ASW could be mounted "if required", with no current plan to integrate it to the aircraft.
Britain rules out sending reaper drones to Ukraine
The UK government has ruled out transferring any MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft to Ukraine.
Kearns presses ministers over Chinese-made vehicles
Alicia Kearns MP used an urgent statement on foreign interference to warn ministers that China poses systemic risks to UK infrastructure.
Peer asks why 24 new tugs will be built in Netherlands
Lord Beamish challenged the Government on the recently awarded Defence Maritime Services Next Generation contract, under which Serco will acquire 24 tugs and pilot boats from Damen in the Netherlands.
Tugendhat warns legacy bill risks exposing UK troops
Tom Tugendhat warned that the government is in danger of reopening unresolved conflicts from the Troubles in a way that could undermine national security and weaken the UK’s ability to defend itself.
Gov pressed on ‘wartime mindset’ as peers raise SME delays
During a debate in the House of Lords, peers challenged ministers over the pace of reform, the lack of opportunities for SMEs and the continuing use of overseas suppliers for core equipment.
Russia warned as ship sits off Scotland and targets aircraft
Defence Secretary John Healey has issued a direct warning to the Kremlin after the Russian intelligence-gathering ship Yantar returned to the northern approaches of the UK and targeted RAF crews with laser devices.
Elistair adds comms and ISR package to Khronos tethered drone
Elistair has introduced a new dual payload option for its Khronos tethered drone system, pairing a Silvus StreamCaster 4200P tactical radio with a Nextvision DragonEye2 electro-optical camera.
