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
Ukraine pushes forward against Russian troops
The most intense bouts of fighting are centred in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, western Donetsk Oblast, and around the city of Bakhmut.
Wave class tankers to remain in extended readiness to 2028
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed that the Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels, Wave Knight and Wave Ruler, will remain in Extended Readiness until 2028.
British troops ‘raid’ Poland and call in rocket strikes
The raid, launched from assault ship HMS Albion, demonstrated NATO's capability and unity in the region, involving around 6,000 troops from 19 allied nations.
Type 83 Destroyer project status update
The Ministry of Defence has clarified that the Type 83 destroyer programme is still in the pre-concept phase and no budget has been allocated for its procurement.
Four nations join forces to bolster Ukraine’s air defence
Denmark, the Netherlands, the UK, and the United States are sending Ukraine hundreds of short and medium range air defence missiles to protect Ukraine’s critical national infrastructure.
UK Minister discusses Russian bomber fleet
Russia possesses approximately 80 heavy bomber aircraft, with the majority being Tu-95 BEARs and Tu-22 BACKFIREs, and around 10 each of Tu-160 BLACKJACK and MiG-31 FOXHOUND aircraft.
Tory MP demands ‘reverse army cuts, forces stretched’
"To deter war, one needs to prepare and train for it, with sufficient mass to sustain a lengthy conflict. On that point alone, we must reverse the decision to cut the Army by 10,000."
Labour criticise reduction in British armed forces
In the House of Commons, John Healey (@JohnHealey_MP), the Labour MP for Wentworth and Dearne and Shadow Secretary of State for Defence, vehemently criticised the government's defence spending.
Progress ‘steady’ in decommissioning old UK nuclear subs
Swiftsure is slated to be the first submarine to be fully dismantled, with the process expected to be concluded by the end of 2026.
Tempest – Facts on Britain’s new fighter jet programme
Team Tempest is a collaborative project to build Britain's new fighter jet.
