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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

UK Commandos test new vehicles with V-22s

Commandos from 40 Commando, currently deployed in Australia as part of the Littoral Response Group (South), have been working closely with the US Marine Corps, ahead of Exercise Predators Run.

BAE going green with plan to use solar to power Clyde yards

You'd be forgiven for thinking that the future of shipbuilding on the Clyde rests entirely on frigate build halls or skills academies, but the future also involves solar panels.

UK pledges more artillery, boats and missiles to Ukraine

Defence Secretary John Healey MP has pledged more artillery guns, ammunition rounds, combat boats, 90 Brimstone missiles and more to Ukraine as part of a new military aid package.

US Military destroys Houthi radar site

It was determined the radar site presented an imminent threat to U.S., coalition forces, and merchant vessels in the region.

Prime Minister Starmer pledges strong defence in First Address

Next week, the Prime Minister will head to Washington DC for the NATO summit, where he will further discuss the UK's defence commitments and international security issues.

New Defence Secretary John Healey addresses MOD staff

Defence Secretary John Healey MP confirmed the government's commitment to spending 2.5% of GDP on defence and also British support for NATO, the nuclear deterrent, and Ukraine, saying,

MoD awards contract for carrier IFF Support to Leonardo

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £2 million contract to Leonardo UK for the support of the Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) systems on the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers.

British warship returns from combat with kill markings

The crew of HMS Diamond, a Type 45 Destroyer, shot down nine drones and a Houthi ballistic missile.

Belfast Sprit Aerospace workers ‘in limbo’

Boeing is taking over Spirit, with Airbus taking over the part of the business that makes the wings and fuselage for its A220 jet.

UK seeks chemical and nuclear protection garmets

The Ministry of Defence has issued a Prior Information Notice seeking suppliers for materials to manufacture the Mk 4a CBRN suit.