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
Doogan warns shipbuilding held back by lack of fair finance
At the Scottish Affairs Committee, Dave Doogan MP pressed concerns that UK shipyards are disadvantaged by foreign state subsidies and a lack of joined-up planning at home.
Ferguson Marine turns to defence work to fill gaps
The boss of the Scottish Government owned Ferguson Marine shipyard has told MPs that the Port Glasgow yard is increasingly dependent on subcontracted defence work from BAE Systems.
Ferguson yard boss warns of staff losses amid gap in work
The head of Ferguson Marine has warned MPs that the lack of ferry orders is forcing the Port Glasgow yard to shed workers and risks undermining its future stability.
Mental health remains leading barrier for Army recruits
More than half of Army applicants refused on medical grounds in 2024 were turned away for psychiatric reasons, according to new figures.
Britain demands NATO must contest Russia in every domain
Britain’s top military officer has called for NATO to confront Russia across every front, warning that deterrence depends on showing strength in all areas of competition, from nuclear forces to economic pressure.
Radakin warns against ‘either or’ thinking in UK defence
In his final public address as Chief of the Defence Staff, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin cautioned against reducing the future of UK defence to what he called “simplistic ‘either / or’ debates.”
British warship ‘opens fire’ with gun
The Royal Navy’s Batch 2 River-class offshore patrol vessel HMS Trent has carried out her first 30mm gunnery firing in a year and a half, according to an update from the ship’s crew.
NATO mine countermeasures group calls in at Stavanger
Standing NATO Mine Countermeasures Group One (SNMCMG1), currently led by the Latvian Navy ship Virsaitis, visited Stavanger, Norway this week.
Raytheon wins $258 million SM-2 missile contract
The SM-2 Block IIICU variant incorporates several upgrades and will provide the U.S. Navy with a more capable and versatile missile.
Details of restricted UK arms exports to Israel
Defence Secretary John Healey has told MPs that the UK has refused all export licences for military goods that might be used by Israel in current operations in Gaza, following the Business and Trade Secretary’s suspension of such licences last year.
