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
UK urged to take stronger NATO posture and leadership
The UK and its European allies should move towards a more forward-leaning military posture, including stronger defence in the Baltics and High North, as part of efforts to shift Russian risk calculus, according to a parliamentary report.
No plans to add 30mm guns to UK aircraft carriers
The UK government has confirmed there are no plans to fit 30mm naval guns to HMS Queen Elizabeth or HMS Prince of Wales, despite growing concern over drone threats to warships.
Small fire extinguished on Royal Navy vessel at Devonport
A small fire on board a Royal Navy vessel at HMNB Devonport in Plymouth has been extinguished, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.
Royal Navy stretched to breaking point as Gulf looms
Royal Navy stretched to breaking point, Dr Emma Salisbury, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at FPRI and Associate Fellow at the RN Strategic Studies Centre, argues in new analysis, as the UK eyes a leading role in securing the Strait of Hormuz.
Grant unlocks Rolls-Royce investment in Rotherham
Rolls-Royce is investing GBP 19.3 million in its Advanced Blade Casting Facility in Rotherham after securing a GBP 2 million grant from the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
Man who stopped Leeds hospital attacker awarded George Medal
A man who intervened to stop a potential terrorist attack outside a Leeds hospital has been awarded the George Medal for bravery.
UK defence industry lacking direction as funding plan delayed
The UK defence industrial base is struggling with unclear priorities, capability gaps and a lack of direction, according to MPs and peers, who warn that delays to key funding plans are holding back both industry and national security objectives.
UK lacks clear plan for sovereign capabilities, MPs warn
The Government has failed to clearly define what it means by sovereign capabilities or to set out which technologies it intends to prioritise, according to a parliamentary committee, raising concerns about how industry and defence planning can align.
MPs warn UK security plans lack clarity and detail
MPs and peers have warned that the Government’s national security plans lack sufficient detail, particularly around funding, resilience and how strategy will translate into real capability.
Huge build up of American bombers in England
At least 23 US strategic bombers are now operating from RAF Fairford, flying missions from England in support of ongoing strikes against Iranian targets.
