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
An insider look at Britain’s biggest arms show, DSEI
DSEI 2025 showed impressive organisation and scale, while also reflecting the challenges in Britain’s defence sector.
Britain says Typhoon will remain backbone of air power
The Ministry of Defence has reaffirmed that the Eurofighter Typhoon will continue to underpin Britain’s combat air capabilities well into the 2040s, bridging the gap until the arrival of the Tempest next-generation fighter.
BAE Systems delivers BvS10s to Sweden, Germany and UK
The first three BvS10 armoured all-terrain vehicles have been handed over to Sweden, Germany and the United Kingdom under the Collaborative All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) programme, BAE Systems confirmed.
Capita’s Richard Holroyd on AI in Defence and Beyond
Capita’s Public Services chief Richard Holroyd outlined how the firm is transforming into a tech-capable integrator, using AI, simulation and process redesign to speed training, recruiting timelines and modernise public services while keeping humans in the decision loop.
UK details anti-drone unit support for police events
While some details were withheld for security reasons, the MoD listed several deployments in support of UK police forces.
UK signals deeper European defence industrial cooperation
Defence Minister Luke Pollard set out the government’s position on strengthening the UK and European defence industrial base, highlighting both collaboration with allies and resilience at home.
Plans to boost UK drone capability
On 9 September, Edward Morello MP asked the Ministry of Defence what steps were being taken to improve Britain’s domestic capability in drone technology production.
MoD plans 10% cut to civil service costs by 2030
Minister Al Carns confirmed that the ambition is to reduce civil service-related costs by at least 10% by 2030 under the Defence Reform and Efficiency Plan.
Rolls-Royce picks Balfour Beatty for Derby site expansion
Rolls-Royce has appointed Balfour Beatty as its fissile construction partner for the planned expansion of its Raynesway site in Derby, the company stated.
Royal Navy guides USS Winston S. Churchill into Portsmouth
A Royal Navy officer has piloted the US Navy destroyer USS Winston S. Churchill into Portsmouth, underscoring the close ties between Britain and the United States, the Royal Navy stated.
