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 strengthens counter-drone measures amid Russian threat
The UK is reinforcing its defences against potential drone attacks from Russia, with counter-Uncrewed Air Systems (C-UAS) capabilities forming a key part of national security efforts.
BMT contracted for Japan’s next-generation landing craft
BMT and Japan Marine United have been awarded a contract by Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency to design and build the next-generation High-Speed Landing Craft for the Japan Self Defense Force.
Man sentenced for inciting racial hatred on social media
A 48-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 months' imprisonment for inciting racial hatred through reckless online activity, according to a police statement.
Labour urges SNP to reconsider nuclear stance
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar urged First Minister John Swinney to reconsider the Scottish Government’s approach to security, arguing that “global events are reshaping the world before our eyes”.
American B-52 bomber to fly low over Norwegian capital city
On Friday, a U.S. Air Force B-52 Stratofortress will conduct a low-altitude flyover of Akershus Fortress in Oslo at noon, escorted by Norwegian F-35s.
UK refuses to comment as US resumes Ukraine intel sharing
The UK government has refused to comment on whether the United States' recent pause in intelligence sharing with Ukraine affected British intelligence operations, including the use of RC-135W Rivet Joint aircraft.
Public debate on nuclear weapons ‘must be re-energised’
A renewed public discussion on nuclear deterrence is needed to ensure national resilience and strategic credibility argues Prof. Sir Hew Strachan in a new piece for the Council on Geostrategy.
Impact on defence supply chain from Palestine protests
The Ministry of Defence has stated that direct action by Palestine Action has had a limited overall impact on the UK defence sector and the supply of assets to the Armed Forces.
CETUS drone sub trials delayed by six months
The UK’s CETUS unmanned submarine, designed as a capability demonstrator for the Royal Navy, is facing a six-month delay in its Integrated Test, Evaluation, and Acceptance trials.
American B-52s ‘bomb’ Sweden for first time
Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortresses have conducted the first live weapons drop in Sweden since the country joined NATO.
