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
Personnel shortage calls into question Royal Navy deployment
Martin Docherty-Hughes MP voiced concerns over the sustainability of the UK's military operations in light of a significant drop in navy personnel and recruitment rates.
MOD to contract for 196 Over Snow Reconnaissance Vehicles
This contract, including ski-sleds, trailers, and support, is valued at approximately £10 million and will extend over a period of five years.
Government refuse to confirm fate of assault ships
Amid speculation that the Defence Secretary aims to retire both HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark from active service, the Government has claimed "no final decision" has been made on the ship's futures.
UK Mine Countermeasures Force sails through Strait of Hormuz
The UK Mine Countermeasures Force has passed through the Strait of Hormuz.
British frigate deloys to Gulf to bolster UK presence
HMS Richmond has set sail from Plymouth to provide resilience to the UK’s presence in the Gulf.
BAE partners with REACT for UK flood relief efforts
The partnership includes a full funding of REACT's £30,000 UK Flood Appeal, enabling the charity to recruit, train, and equip teams of volunteer flood responders nationwide.
New medical services regiment forms in Glasgow
The new 215 Scottish Multirole Medical Regiment, with its Regimental Headquarters in Glasgow, encompasses a wide spectrum of healthcare capabilities.
BAE to be awarded £1m contract for Sonar 2117 support
The system provides the crew of naval vessels with an assessment of the risk to marine life caused by sonar operations.
Russia ‘almost ceases’ jet use in southern Ukraine after losses
This follows Ukrainian forces shooting down three Russian Su-34 FULLBACK jets.
Shapps rumoured to be scrapping UK’s assault ships
It is understood that the defence secretary aims to retire both HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark from active service ten years before their planned out-of-service dates.
