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
UK Government outlines new defence industrial strategy
The Ministry of Defence aims to prioritise UK-based firms and aims to strengthen supply chains, according to the Government.
British Army ‘depleted in months’ during a major war
The British Army could be depleted within six to twelve months if faced with a large-scale conflict akin to the war in Ukraine, Defence Minister Alistair Carns has warned.
UK territory ‘subject to interference’ warns defence chief
"Our national airspace and territorial waters, our critical energy and digital infrastructure, and our public discourse have all been subject to interference."
U.S. Army expands Chinook fleet with new order
The U.S. Army has ordered additional Boeing CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters under a $135 million contract, continuing its modernisation of heavy-lift,
British ‘way of warfare’ needs reformed, says Defence Chief
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, has called for a transformative overhaul of the UK’s defence sector to embrace the "British way of warfare," while warning that slow and risk-averse processes are hindering progress.
UK tendering for nuclear submarine support work
The Ministry of Defence has announced a tender for a new five-year contract to support critical systems aboard the nation's nuclear-powered strategic submarines.
HMS Diamond – A British destroyer at war
On the 9th January, HMS Diamond intercepted seven drones in a single engagement—an unparalleled feat for a modern Royal Navy warship.
Defence Minister confirms delays to Morpheus comms project
The Morpheus communications programme, a key project within the 'LE TacCIS' programme, is facing delays, according to Defence Minister Maria Eagle.
Mobile Fires Platform timeline remains undisclosed
The Ministry of Defence has outlined the current status of the Mobile Fires Platform programme, addressing concerns about its timeline and the potential impact of delays on the British Army’s long-range artillery capabilities.
Russia faces ‘overwhelming response’ if Britain attacked
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, has issued a stark warning to Russia, declaring that any direct attack on the United Kingdom would provoke an "overwhelming response" from NATO.
