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
Russia suffer 70,000 casualties over past two months says UK
The average daily casualties (killed and wounded) among Russian forces reached conflict highs of 1,262 in May and 1,163 in June.
British ship ‘opens fire’ with 30mm cannon in Gulf
HMS Middleton, a Hunt-class mine countermeasures vessel, has undertaken training in the Persian Gulf, firing her 30mm cannon.
Royal Marines undertake weapons training on warship
Royal Marines sniper and boarding teams from 42 Commando were seen honing their skills aboard destroyer HMS Duncan.
Royal Marines rank high in US Special Forces sniper course
The outstanding performance of the Royal Marines highlights their exceptional training and skill, reinforcing their reputation as some of the best snipers in the world.
British Destroyer ‘sole escort’ for American assault ship
HMS Duncan, a Royal Navy Type 45 Destroyer, has been operating as the sole escort vessel for the US Amphibious Ready Group in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Size of UK regular forces declines by over 15% in one decade
As of 2024, the strength of regular forces in the UK is 132,360 personnel, marking a decrease of 4,350 compared with the previous year.
UK considers Kongsberg Vanguard for mine hunting motherships
This contract aims to investigate whether the pre-existing commercial ship design can serve as a viable foundation for the UK's mine hunter mothership fleet.
Royal Navy has ‘too few’ warships says Minister
The Earl of Minto recognised the shortfall of warships in the Royal Navy.
New images show progress on huge Glasgow shipbuilding hall
Drone shots illustrate the rapid progress being made on the newest addition to the Glasgow skyline: the massive shipbuilding hall, or 'frigate factory', being built at the BAE Systems shipyard in Govan.
Belgian minehunter to join Ukrainian Navy spotted in London
Belgian minehunter Narcis has been spotted in London ahead of its transfer to Ukraine.
