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
Terrorism arrests reach five-year high in the UK
The number of terrorism-related arrests in the UK reached its highest level since 2019, with 248 arrests recorded in 2024, according to new data released by the Home Office.
UK addresses F-35 procurement questions
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has responded to multiple parliamentary questions regarding the procurement, operational status, and independence of the UK's F-35B Lightning fleet.
NATO warships assemble in Mediterranean Sea
30 surface vessels, two submarines, air assets including Harriers, maritime patrol aircraft, and helicopters, along with 1,500 marines and personnel from six NATO nations are undertaking training.
U.S. to reduce capabilities of new jet purchased by allies
President Donald Trump has announced that any new U.S. F-47 fighter jets sold to allied nations will be deliberately downgraded by 10%, citing potential future changes in alliances.
Ferries are being used as a political football in Scotland
All sides of the debate use ferries as a tool for political point-scoring, but it's time to move past that and focus on strengthening Scottish industry.
UK and US launch counter-drone Project ‘VANAHEIM’
The MOD describes Project VANAHEIM as “the first wave of a substantial programme of work updating the Army’s C-UAS capabilities against the rapid development of Small UAS in recent years.”
Rosyth worker stole aircraft carrier parts to sell for scrap
A former Rosyth Dockyard worker has admitted to stealing metal and hull valves intended for the Royal Navy’s HMS Prince of Wales aircraft carrier, later selling them for scrap.
BAE Systems to supply naval gun for Colombian frigate
BAE Systems has signed a contract with Damen Naval to provide a Bofors 40 Mk4 naval gun system for the Colombian Navy’s PES frigate.
What do we know about the new F-47 fighter?
While much of the aircraft’s specifications remain classified, here’s what we know so far.
America’s newest and last manned fighter jet is the F-47
Boeing's F-47 will have greater range, enhanced stealth, advanced sustainability, and higher operational availability compared to existing fifth-generation fighters like the F-22 and F-35.
