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
UK affirms strong support for Ukraine and Black Sea security
UK Armed Forces Minister, Leo Docherty MP, has completed a visit of Romania and Bulgaria.
UK confirms aircraft not shipping weapons to Israel
"The purpose of the RAF-operated flights have included aircraft used to transport Ministers and senior officials conducting diplomatic engagements with Israel."
First engine installed on second Type 31 Frigate at Rosyth
Significant progress has been made on the construction of HMS Active, the second Type 31 frigate being built for the Royal Navy.
Shapps criticises anti-war protests at Glasgow shipyard
"It is the height of naivety to turn up here and protest in a location which has absolutely nothing to do with the issue they're concerned about," said the Defence Secretary.
Independence ‘rhetoric’ risks shipbuilding in Scotland
The Defence Secretary told the UK Defence Journal that Scottish shipbuilding would be "put at risk" with Scottish independence.
UK aid to Ukraine excludes further Challenger tanks
Previously, the United Kingdom had donated 14 Challenger 2 tanks to Ukraine.
We need more frigates and destroyers
"We know that we do not have enough ships—we need more frigates and more destroyers", argues James Sunderland MP.
UK confirms no plans to send laser weapon to Ukraine
During a recent parliamentary session, questions were raised concerning the specifics of the UK's military aid to Ukraine.
NATO stronger due to Russian actions, says Defence Secretary
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps highlighted the UK's commitment to increased defense spending in response to Russian aggression, and also discussed NATO's military superiority over Russia.
A report into the status of Scotland’s new ferries
Ferguson Marine has achieved key milestones in the construction of the MV Glen Sannox and MV Glen Rosa, including successful sea trials and the launch of Glen Rosa.
