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
Britain confirms new stealth jet programme safe from cuts
The UK Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the Global Combat Air Programme, ensuring the development of its next-generation stealth jet remains on track despite ongoing defence reviews.
No ‘immediate’ impact of U.S. election on UK spending
Addressing concerns about the potential impact of the U.S. election result on defence spending, Defence Secretary John Healey dismissed the idea of any immediate changes.
MOD to tender £71m underwater engineering framework
The contract covers the inspection, repair, manufacturing, or supply of specialist underwater equipment, such as hull aperture blanks, cofferdams, and hull cleaning tools.
MOD ‘unlikely’ to publish equipment plan this year
The plan, which outlines £300 billion of projected spending over the next decade, is unlikely to be published, raising concerns over transparency and parliamentary scrutiny.
Challenges in British munitions supply
Defence Secretary John Healey outlined key challenges affecting the UK’s defence industrial capacity and provided insights into strategies to address them.
Defence Committee discuss civil service streamlining
"I currently have no plans for specific redundancy programmes. We will look at the balance between in-flow, retraining and out-flow."
MOD explores expanding Commonwealth recruitment
Alex Baker MP raised concerns about the current 15% cap on Commonwealth recruits per cap badge, suggesting that the limit might hinder the UK's ability to address recruitment shortages.
Armed Forces Housing in ‘crippled state’ says Defence Sec
During a Defence Committee session, Defence Secretary John Healey criticised the state of the Armed Forces housing, describing it as having been left in a "crippled state" after 14 years of underinvestment.
UK tracks Russian spy ship amid cable concerns
"We tracked them every mile of their circumvention and made sure that they knew we were watching", said Defence Secretary John Healey.
Forces losing 300 people more than they recruit each month
"Over the last year, our forces were losing 300 more full-time personnel than were joining, every month."
