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
Mark Francois MP calls for ‘ludicrous’ Capita to be sacked
Mark Francois MP called on the "utterly ludicrous Capita" (the outsourcing company who have regularly failed to meet Army recruitment targets), to be sacked.
Royal Navy warships to get new decoy launchers
A new contract worth £135 million will equip the Royal Navy with new decoy launchers to counter missile and drone threats.
Britain airdrops food supplies to civilians in Gaza
The aid, which consists of water, rice, cooking oil, flour, tinned goods and baby formula, will support the people of Gaza.
Alba Party raise concerns over extended submarine patrols
Alba Party General Secretary Chris McEleny has expressed concern over extended Trident submarine patrols & the financial cost of the programme, urging a reevaluation.
Britain developing new nuclear warhead
The United Kingdom has confirmed that it is developing a 'replacement UK sovereign nuclear warhead' for its Trident missiles.
UK seeking Minefield Breaching Systems
UK Land Forces require a capability to reduce explosive barriers prior to employment of mechanical breaching solution.
Out of service date confirmed for aircraft carriers
The Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers are planned to remain in service until 2069.
Over half of the Hawk T2 training fleet unavailable
As at 11 March 2024, 16 Hawk T2 aircraft were currently unavailable for fast jet pilot training.
Francois calls on Government not to cut defence spending
Mark Francois MP raised concerns about retention, the lack of urgency within Defence and the "dysfunctional" outsourced recruitment system under Capita, amongst other things.
Australia selects BAE to build nuclear powered submarines
SSN-AUKUS will be one of the largest, most powerful and advanced attack submarines ever operated by the Royal Navy and the Royal Australian Navy.
