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
Britain to get new ‘spy satellites’ in £127m deal
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a £127 million contract to Airbus to design and build the Oberon satellite system, boosting the UK's surveillance capabilities.
Royal Navy practice mine warfare to keep Baltic Sea open
The scenario, set in the Baltic Sea, allowed teams to practice rapid coordination and mine-clearing procedures essential for keeping vital sea lanes open.
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UK placed to lead in European ceasefire effort in Ukraine
Former US National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster and CEPA President and CEO Dr Alina Polyakova discussed the top policy priorities aimed at ensuring transatlantic support for sustainable peace in Ukraine.
Steady munitions flow most vital for Ukraine’s defence
During a CEPA briefing, a question was raised – what is the most immediate material need for Ukraine as it battles Russian aggression?
New Scottish facility to train urban warfare skills
Located in Oliver Barracks, the facility allows Reservists to practice close-quarter combat in realistic ‘force-on-force’ scenarios with immersive training aids, including smoke, light, and sound systems.
British carrier and Cunard liner formalise partnership
The relationship between HMS Queen Elizabeth and the Queen Mary 2, the largest ocean liner in the world, has included sailor exchange visits and cooperative training exercises.
UK losing ‘fake news war’ risks greater strategic defeat
"People want money spent on schools and hospitals, but alongside that there can be nothing more important than the defence of our values", warned Lord Coaker.
Ireland’s undersea cables are at risk
The protection of undersea cables is rapidly becoming a top security priority for NATO and European countries, is Ireland doing enough?
UK to mitigate Chinese influence at Brunei base
"We will compete with and challenge China where we need to, to protect our national security and values", advised Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard.
