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
Scottish Ambulance Service highlights reservist support
The Scottish Ambulance Service illustrates a model where support is delivered through practical arrangements and organisational culture rather than through comprehensive workforce monitoring.
Hull man charged with terrorism offences after police probe
A 23-year-old man from Hull has been charged with multiple terrorism offences following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing North East supported by Humberside Police.
British forces intercept Iranian one-way attack drone
British military forces have intercepted a one-way attack drone launched from Iran towards Iraq, according to the Ministry of Defence.
Why Ferguson Marine is turning a corner
Work on structural sections for Royal Navy Type 26 frigates, alongside plans for new vessels serving Scotland, is helping anchor Ferguson Marine's recovery as the Port Glasgow yard rebuilds its role within the shipbuilding industry.
NATO concludes major submarine warfare exercise
NATO has concluded its largest annual anti-submarine warfare exercise, Dynamic Manta 2026, after a period of multinational training in the central Mediterranean Sea aimed at strengthening the Alliance’s ability to detect and counter submarine threats.
UK considers expanding the use of sythentic training
The proposed Gladiator and Spartan Core Systems and Services contract would support the MOD Gladiator distributed training system while also enabling the Royal Navy’s developing SPARTAN programme for maritime collective training.
US tests unarmed nuclear missile over Pacific Ocean
The United States Air Force has conducted a test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile equipped with two test re-entry vehicles as part of routine efforts to verify the reliability of the system.
Woman jailed for smuggling arsenal of military-grade weapons
A woman who smuggled a cache of firearms, ammunition and heroin into the UK has been jailed for nine years following an investigation by the National Crime Agency.
BAE wins contract for Paladin artillery vehicles
BAE Systems has been awarded a contract worth more than USD 500 million to produce additional M109A7 Paladin self-propelled howitzers and M992A3 ammunition carriers for the U.S. Army.
New British hypersonic weapon expected by 2030
A new British hypersonic weapon demonstrator is expected to be delivered by 2030.
