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
MOD announces improvements to Reservist training
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has outlined steps to adapt its training programmes for Reservists, following a question raised by Labour MP Calvin Bailey.
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Defence Committee visits RAF Lossiemouth for key briefings
The Defence Committee, chaired by Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi MP, recently visited RAF Lossiemouth, Scotland's Royal Air Force operating base.
MI5 probed French link to Scottish and Welsh nationalists
Newly released MI5 files from the National Archives reveal that British intelligence monitored potential connections between French government interests and nationalist movements in Scotland and Wales during the 1960s.
HMS Somerset and Merlin train for in-flight refuelling ops
HMS Somerset, one of the Royal Navy's Type 23 frigates, has returned to sea with the Flying Tigers—Fleet Air Arm's 814 Naval Air Squadron.
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Challenges persist for Clyde Infrastructure Programme
According to the Infrastructure and Projects Authority Annual Report 2023-24, the programme has retained its Amber Delivery Confidence Assessment, highlighting ongoing challenges in execution.
Royal Navy ‘commited’ to Middle East as defence review looms
Recent parliamentary questions have shed light on the United Kingdom's ongoing commitment to maintaining a Royal Navy presence in the Middle East.
Confidence in delivery of E-7 radar aircraft falls to Red
The Ministry of Defence's E-7 Wedgetail programme faces new hurdles as its 'Delivery Confidence Assessment' rating fell from Amber to Red in the latest Infrastructure and Projects Authority Annual Report 2023-24.
Type 31 Frigate progresses amid challenges
The Type 31 Frigate Programme continues to move forward despite facing challenges that have extended its timeline.
The project, which aims to deliver a fleet of...
Images show HMS Somerset refuel at sea with RFA Tidesurge
HMS Somerset and RFA Tidesurge recently conducted a replenishment at sea (RAS), a vital effort ensuring the Royal Navy's ability to sustain its operations without returning to port.
UK to expand strategic sealift capability with more ships
The UK is expanding its fleet of four Point-class vessels to six modern 'Strategic Sealift – Future' ships, enhancing its capacity to transport heavy military equipment, ammunition, and sensitive cargo globally.
