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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

British firm hits key milestone in hypersonic engine test

The test progressed to Mach 3.5, matching the airspeed record of the SR-71, the fastest air-breathing aircraft ever built.

Australia getting ready for British and American submarines

This is part of a broader effort to establish Submarine Rotational Force – West, where U.S. and UK submarines will regularly transit through HMAS Stirling, with maintenance from Australian personnel.

Britain addresses munitions stockpile concerns

The Ministry of Defence is actively reviewing munitions stockpile levels and industrial capacity in response to evolving threats.

British stealth fighters given NATO accreditation

The Royal Air Force's Lightning force has successfully passed its NATO accreditation, enabling it to hold Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) duties in Iceland for the first time.

Head of Counter Terrorism vows no ‘hesitation’ on disorder

As UK policing deals with public disorder across the country, Head of Counter Terrorism Matt Jukes has warned "no hesitation" if disorder crosses into terrorism.

New warship readies for launch in Scotland

Images show how HMS Cardiff looks ahead of the ship entering the water over the next couple of weeks.

Images show new frigate ahead of launch in Scotland

Images show how HMS Cardiff, the second of eight Type 26 Frigates, looks today as the warship prepares for launch.

Britain launches new military spy satellite

The satellite, named Tyche, is the first of many and will operate in Low Earth Orbit and is expected to provide imagery and intelligence in support of British forces over its five-year lifespan.

UK, US and Australia trial AI-enabled killer drones

Australia, the UK, and the US recently conducted trials using AI-enabled uncrewed aerial vehicles designed to enhance military operations by allowing human operators to locate, disable, and destroy ground targets.

Costs of British Army 77th Brigade nearly double

The brigade’s operational costs have risen from £7.563 million in the 2015-2016 financial year to £14.523 million in 2023-2024.