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
Starmer and von der Leyen Discuss defence ties
According to officials, topics included Ukraine, energy security, the global economy, and defence cooperation.
NATO concludes Baltic Sea mine countermeasure exercise
The German-led drill, known as Baltic MCM, aimed to strengthen both technical capabilities in mine warfare and broader operational coordination among allied navies.
Defence sites can block Armed Forces Commissioner access
The Armed Forces Commissioner Bill is a key part of the government's wider efforts to enhance the welfare and oversight of personnel subject to service law, while balancing operational and national security needs.
Contract tender launched for Lancaster bomber upkeep
The Ministry of Defence has launched a tender seeking a contractor to deliver major maintenance and component support for the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight’s Lancaster bomber, PA474 — one of only two airworthy Lancasters remaining in the world.
Cartlidge visits Ukraine to shape Conservative policy
Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge has completed a visit to Ukraine, underlining what the party call the Conservative Party’s push to reshape Britain’s defence policy with lessons drawn directly from the front line.
UK confirms China talks were government-approved
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the Chief of the Defence Staff’s recent meeting with Chinese military leaders was approved by the UK Government, but did not include any discussion of the UK base in the Chagos Islands.
Timelapse shows british carrier depart on global mission
A newly released timelapse video by the Ministry of Defence shows HMS Prince of Wales departing Portsmouth, leading the United Kingdom’s most significant naval deployment of 2025.
Starmer tours HMS Prince of Wales ahead of deployment
Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited the Royal Navy’s flagship HMS Prince of Wales ahead of its departure on the UK’s premier naval deployment of the year, Operation Highmast.
Army’s air defence revamp targets 2026 milestone
The British Army’s drive to modernise its air defences is making steady progress, with a medium-range capability for warfighting now expected to achieve Initial Operating Capability by July 2026, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.
Plymouth Plus proves why astute reporting still matters
Plymouth Plus may look like a news outlet. It is styled like one, branded like one, and increasingly trying to act like one. But without the standards to match, it undermines public understanding instead of enhancing it.
