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
Royal Navy Gulf deployments over the last decade
The decrease in ship deployments over recent years demonstrates a 'strategic recalibration' by the Royal Navy, focusing on sustained presence and operational efficiency over the quantity of deployed vessels.
New Glasgow frigate HMS Cardiff to enter water this year
Type 26 Frigate HMS Cardiff, currently being built in Glasgow, is expected to enter the water for the first time this year.
MOD doubles number of Russian language specialists since 2018
here has been a steady increase in the number of Russian language specialists, from 81 in September 2018 to 163 in January 2024.
Surge in counter-terrorism referrals in UK armed forces
The number referred to 'Prevent' jumped by almost double in the last year.
British Trident missile test launch fails for second time
A test firing of a Trident missile from a Royal Navy submarine has ended in failure for the second time.
No plans to rethink reduction of British Army
Despite earlier remarks by the previous Defence Secretary, the MOD has now confirmed that the full-time strength of the British Army will indeed reduce to 73,000 by 2025.
Over £1.8 billion spent so far on new stealth fighter
A demonstrator is expected to fly in 2027, with production aircraft to begin entering service from 2035.
The 13 vehicle types to be retired by the Army by 2030
The Ministry of Defence has outlined the vehicle types to be retired from service by 2030 to "streamline the Army’s fleet".
New British tank prototype begins trials
The first pre-production Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank has been deployed to Germany for trials.
Jets land on HMS Prince of Wales as strike group assembles
HMS Prince of Wales and her Carrier Strike Group will be operating in the North Atlantic.
