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
Six arrested for operating a Russian spy ring in UK
A group of six Bulgarian nationals residing in the UK have been convicted of operating a Russian spy ring, following an extensive counterintelligence investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
US approves ’emergency’ sale of bulldozers to Israel
The U.S. said that "an emergency exists that requires the immediate sale to the Government of Israel" of Caterpillar D9 bulldozers.
UK jets escort U.S. bombers in Middle East ‘show of force’
Typhoons deployed in the Middle East have escorted US Air Force B-52 bombers and conducted integration training with regional and coalition air forces.
Here’s how Britain’s nukes are ‘operationally independent’
Operational independence means the UK alone controls the launch, even though Trident depends on long-term US support. Losing this support would take years, not days, to affect Britain's capability.
Canada orders Type 26-derived River-class destroyers
The Government of Canada has awarded a contract to Irving Shipbuilding Inc for the construction of the River-class destroyers, a new fleet of warships based on the UK’s Type 26 design.
Govt can’t provide nuke vet war pension acceptance rates
The UK government has confirmed that it does not have the capability to uniquely identify British nuclear test veterans in the War Pension Scheme, making it impossible to determine their specific acceptance rate.
US and UK defence chiefs discuss Ukraine
While US arms deliveries to Ukraine remain uncertain, the UK has pledged continued support for Kyiv.
UK supports US-led exercises to boost African Security
The UK Armed Forces have played a key role in two major US-led military exercises in East Africa, aimed at strengthening security and stability in the region.
Type 26 Frigate choice dominates Norwegian public poll
According to a poll conducted by Nettavisen, nearly half of respondents—49%—favoured the UK as Norway’s preferred supplier for its next-generation frigates.
Government outlines efforts to boost maritime surveillance
The UK government has outlined its ongoing efforts to enhance maritime surveillance and safeguard undersea infrastructure, in response to concerns over recent submarine activity and the security of undersea cables.
