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
NATO chief meets with Denmark and Greenland
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has hosted Denmark's Defence Minister and Greenland's Foreign Minister at NATO Headquarters for talks.
Progress on counter-drone engagement policy
The Ministry of Defence has set out its current approach to developing policy for the active engagement of unmanned aerial systems, following a parliamentary question on counter-drone measures, the department stated.
UK says military data remains sovereign under Palantir deal
The Ministry of Defence has said that all data analysed using Palantir software remains under UK control, following concerns raised in Parliament over the risk of foreign government access, according to the department.
UK firm unveils next-gen uncrewed mine clearer
Pearson Engineering has announced a 1.5 million investment in the development of a new uncrewed mine and route clearance system, marking the launch of the MineWolf MW370 Next Generation.
Scottish steel cash crisis threatens naval support ships
The programme to build three Fleet Solid Support ships for the Royal Fleet Auxiliary is facing early disruption after a cash shortage at Liberty Steel Dalzell raised concerns over the supply of plate steel.
UK draws red line on Greenland sovereignty
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that the use of trade tariffs against allied nations is "completely wrong", after US President Donald Trump said he would impose sweeping import taxes on countries opposing his proposal for the United States to acquire Greenland.
QinetiQ secures huge Typhoon support contract extension
The agreement will see QinetiQ deliver ongoing mission-critical engineering support intended to sustain Typhoon capability and pilot safety.
Why the Proteus autonomous helicopter matters
The first flight of the Royal Navy's Proteus autonomous helicopter is a visible milestone, but the aircraft's importance lies less in the airframe and more in the operational pressure that led to its development.
Sweeney warns vessel delays risk shipyard job losses
"The Scottish Government have failed to purchase a new vessel with a Scottish shipyard in over a decade," warned Paul Sweeney MSP.
NATO military staff chief visits alliance sites in Italy
Lieutenant General Remigijus Baltrėnas, Director General of the International Military Staff, has completed a two-day visit to several NATO structures in Italy, including facilities in Naples and Rome.
