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 and Norway deepen defence and industrial ties
Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry Luke Pollard was in Norway to deepen military and industrial cooperation.
Scotland awards new ferry contract to Chinese yard
The contract follows a competitive tender process assessing shipyards on capability, capacity and facilities, with no UK yards submitting bids.
UK warns Iran has launched 3,500 missiles and drones
The UK has expanded its military presence in the Middle East, with additional aircraft, air defence systems and naval assets deployed as Iranian attacks across the region intensify, Defence Secretary John Healey has said.
Defence SME Action Plan to follow Defence Investment Plan
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that work is underway on a new Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) Action Plan, but its publication will be delayed until after the Defence Investment Plan is completed.
Fate of troubled Ajax vehicle to be announced after Easter
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it has received the final Army safety investigation report into the Ajax armoured vehicle programme, with ministers set to update Parliament on next steps after the Easter recess.
Starmer pushes at high level for Danish Type 31 frigate deal
Speaking to MPs, Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed efforts were ongoing at the highest levels to secure a win for Type 31 in the Danish Frigate competition.
Starmer insists no delays to Type 83 destroyer
The Prime Minister has said he is insisting there be no delays to the future Type 83 destroyer programme, amid concern over budget pressures.
Royal Navy aids French boarding of Russian tanker
The Royal Navy has supported a French-led operation targeting a sanctioned Russian oil tanker in the Mediterranean, providing tracking and intelligence gathering, the Royal Navy stated.
L3Harris delivers 100,000 military GPS units
L3Harris Technologies has delivered more than 100,000 next-generation military GPS receivers to U.S. and allied forces under the Modernised GPS User Equipment (MGUE) Increment 1 programme, the company stated.
New British frigate enters the water for the first time
HMS Active, one of the Royal Navy's new Type 31 frigates, being built by Babcock, has entered the water for the first time at Rosyth.
