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
Scottish independence paper sets out defence and NATO plans
The Scottish Government has published a paper outlining how an independent Scotland would organise its defence and security, describing protection of its people as "the first duty of every independent country’s government".
Taylor details counter-terrorism priorities at Yard briefing
Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor told us about plans to focus Counter Terrorism Policing on three priorities: tackling terrorism, countering hostile state activity, and protecting democratic life.
Prevent facing rising demand and capacity strain
Prevent referrals hit record highs as counter-terror chief warns the system lacks capacity to cope with rising demand.
Cartlidge asks if Defence Investment Plan delayed
Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge pressed the government on Defence Investment Plan, questioning whether they would keep their promise to publish it this autumn.
Britain expands air-defence support for Ukraine
During Defence Questions in Parliament, Defence Secretary John Healey outlined the UK’s continued military assistance to Ukraine.
Healey: SNP Government ‘a threat to UK security’’
Defence Secretary John Healey told MPs the SNP Government is “a threat to our security” after criticism of its stance on nuclear weapons, during Defence Questions in Parliament today.
British drone strike hits terrorists in Syria
A Royal Air Force remotely piloted aircraft conducted an airstrike near Aleppo on 4 September 2025, the Ministry of Defence confirmed.
ZeroUSV unveils third drone vessel in ‘dazzle’ livery
The new vessel features a bold geometric paint scheme inspired by the Royal Navy’s First World War-era dazzle camouflage.
Thales to build AURORE space radar for French military use
The radar, named AURORE, is part of France’s ARES programme (Action and Space Resilience) and will provide real-time surveillance of multiple objects in space simultaneously.
NATO tests joint air command in Exercise Steadfast Duel 2025
Allied Air Command (AIRCOM) took part in NATO’s largest computer-assisted exercise of the year, Steadfast Duel 2025, to enhance operational readiness.
