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George Allison
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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 ferries ‘should be built in Scotland’ say Alba

The ALBA Party have warned that next week will see the last ever ship launched in the Lower Clyde if the Scottish Government does not intervene.

Britain sending ship to Gaza to deliver aid

A Royal Navy warship is now enroute to the Eastern Mediterranean to support efforts to get life-saving aid to Gaza securely and safely.

UK outlines commitment to nuclear weapons

"The threats facing the UK and our allies are increasing in scale, complexity and diversity", said Defence Secretary Grant Shapps.

Almost £17 million of drugs seized by Royal Navy

British sailors, Royal Marines and a US Coast Guard team on HMS Trent intercepted a smuggling speedboat immediately following a port visit to the island of Martinique.

Impressive drone shots show new minehunting mothership

Dave Cullen captured the moment RFA Stirling Castle arrived in Edinburgh.

The continued stalemate between Russia and Ukraine

The panel discuss the latest developments in the Israel-Gaza conflict and the continued stalemate between Russia and Ukraine as NATO re-arms.

RFA votes for strike action

Members of the Nautilus International union at the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) have voted strongly in favour of industrial action.

NATO marks 75th anniversary in Brussels

Foreign Ministers gathered at NATO Headquarters on Thursday to mark 75 years since the signing of the Alliance’s founding document.

Secretary General welcomes Ukraine minister to NATO

Ministers will discuss further strengthening support to Ukraine including creating "a more robust and predictable framework," for NATO support to Ukraine said Mr Stoltenberg.

UK unable to fight Russia ‘for more than couple of months’

"We could not fight Putin for more than a couple of months because we do not have the ammunition or the reserves of equipment to do it."