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 deepens planning for multinational Ukraine mission
The UK government has confirmed that it is playing a central role in building a potential multinational force to support Ukraine in the event of a future peacekeeping or reassurance mission—though many specifics, including the rules of engagement and contributing countries, remain confidential.
Polish F-16s in Lithuania for NATO Air Policing mission
Polish F-16 fighter jets have deployed to Šiauliai Air Base in Lithuania to take over NATO’s Baltic Air Policing mission.
NATO to discuss plans for a ‘stronger, more lethal Alliance’
NATO foreign ministers are gathering in Brussels to continue preparations for the upcoming NATO Summit in The Hague and address pressing international security issues, according to an official statement from the Alliance.
Army tests new military port agreement at Immingham
A shipment of British Army vehicles and equipment has returned to the UK via Immingham Port following NATO’s Exercise Steadfast Dart, marking the first operational use of a new strategic agreement between the Ministry of Defence and Associated British Ports.
MoD confirms limited impact of Ofsted changes on training
The Ministry of Defence has assessed that upcoming changes to Ofsted’s grading scale are unlikely to have a significant impact on Armed Forces training establishments.
Army Internship Scheme offers insight into officer life
The Army’s Officer Internship Programme, which replaced the former Gap Year Commission in 2021, continues to offer a limited number of young people the opportunity to serve as an Army Officer for 12 months before, during, or after university.
Conservatives launch new defence policy drive
According to the party, the new defence strand will be built on engagement with Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and defence sector leaders.
UK outlines maintenance for vehicles donated to Ukraine
The UK government has confirmed it is working closely with industry partners and Ukrainian firms to support long-term maintenance and repair of armoured vehicles supplied to Ukraine.
US and Australian firms unveil autonomous naval strike craft
A new design for a fast, modular naval vessel capable of autonomous operations and missile launch has been unveiled by US defence company Eureka Naval Craft and Australian autonomy specialists Greenroom Robotics.
BMT and AEUK test autonomous maritime system
UK maritime firms BMT and ATLAS ELEKTRONIK UK (AEUK) have completed a joint testing programme designed to assess how an uncrewed vessel navigates in line with international maritime regulations.
