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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Drone monitors Russian border with Europe in 24-Hour mission

A U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawk drone completed an extensive nearly 24-hour reconnaissance mission, monitoring almost the entire length of Russia’s western border with Europe.

MP backs jail for activists in Glasgow arms factory damage

MP Luke Akehurst has expressed his support for the sentences imposed on five pro-Palestinian activists who caused over £1 million in damage during a protest at a defence firm in Glasgow.

MOD issues tender for military vehicle component repairs

This contract, which has an estimated value between £7 million and £12 million, is set to last five years, with an option for an additional two years, potentially making it a seven-year agreement.

Ex-Army Chief warns of UK’s ‘weak’ missile defence

The former head of the British Army, General Sir Patrick Sanders. expressed concern over the UK's capacity to defend itself against aerial attacks, describing current capabilities as "weak".

Here’s everything Britain has given to Ukraine

The UK has committed nearly £12.7 billion in support to Ukraine since Russia’s illegal invasion, here's the full list.

British Type 45 Destroyer sails for sea trials

HMS Dauntless has embarked on a series of trials and training exercises aimed at testing her systems and enhancing operational readiness.

British frigate strengthens security ties with Seychelles

"The UK wants nothing more than to help Seychelles protect her sovereignty and defend her freedom."

Frigate moved onto huge barge in Glasgow ahead of ‘launch’

New footage shows HMS Cardiff, the second of eight Type 26 Frigates, being moved from land onto a submersible barge before being floated off downriver.

UK to build huge new £20m anti-jamming test facility

The facility, known as the "silent hangar," will be capable of housing large military assets such as Protector drones, Chinook helicopters, and F-35 fighter jets for testing against electronic warfare threats.

Palestinian activists jailed for Glasgow arms factory damage

Five pro-Palestinian activists have been jailed after causing over £1 million in damage during a protest at a weapons equipment factory in Glasgow, despite the site not carrying out work for Israel.