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
‘Not enough frigates’ says Defence Sub-Committee
The central theme under examination at the meeting was the intricate balance between the procurement of domestically manufactured, high-end equipment and the acquisition of off-the-shelf alternatives.
Russia using dolphins to defend Crimea
The animals are part of Russia's measures to secure the Sevastopol port in Crimea, the main base of its Black Sea Fleet.
Type 26 Frigate project spurs opportunities for UK shipyards
Shipyards, including Ferguson Marine in Port Glasgow, have been contracted for steelwork fabrication for a limited number of units to support the delivery of the Type 26 programme.
The Scottish Greens are wasting your time on Trident
The Scottish Greens' unfeasible Trident proposal disrespects voters, wasting time on political theatre and distraction. This undermines the critical debate on nuclear weapons in Scotland no matter which side you are on.
British aircraft continue to supply Ukraine with firepower
The supply flights started before the invasion and have not stopped since. However, they now land in Poland near the Ukrainian border.
Drone shots show Type 26 Frigate Cardiff emerge in Glasgow
Following the forward section's emergence, the aft section of HMS Cardiff is set to roll out of the build hall in Glasgow in the coming days.
HMS Defender hands over Glasgow affiliation to HMS Glasgow
Royal Navy personnel from HMS Defender and HMS Glasgow participated in an official ceremony to transfer HMS Defender's affiliation with the city of Glasgow to HMS Glasgow.
‘Enough is Enough’, Francois blasts military home safety
Nearly 800 military homes have been found to be without valid gas safety certificates, "enough is enough" says Mark Francois MP.
What’s being done to protect UK undersea infrastructure?
A House of Commons Library research paper outlines the significance of the UK’s undersea infrastructure and the measures taken to protect it against potential threats.
Defence Committee Chair warns over British military decline
Tobias Ellwood, Chair of the Defence Committee, issued a stark warning regarding the state of the UK's armed forces and defence readiness.
