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George Allison

George Allison
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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

NCSC highlights threat to UK critical infrastructure

Sectors like water, electricity, communications, transport, financial networks, and internet connectivity, are under 'enduring and significant' threat.

UK and Turkey strengthen defence ties

This first face-to-face meeting between Shapps and Güler also touched upon the progress of Sweden's accession to NATO.

Exclusive drone shots show frigate progress in Glasgow

HMS Cardiff, the second Type 26 City Class frigate, is under construction in Govan, Glasgow. The ship is undergoing structural work before being floated and...

New telescope boosts UK space awareness

UK Space Command and the UK Space Agency have announced a new contract with Spaceflux to construct a ground-based space camera-telescope system.

NATO warships demonstrate interoperability

This exercise was the third iteration of the Neptune Strike series, focusing on the integration of high-end maritime warfare capabilities of carrier strike groups in defence of the Alliance.

MOD Police numbers decline significantly

Despite being asked to do more, the Ministry of Defence Police has witnessed a 25% reduction in staffing.

Sweden selects British CAMM missiles

MBDA has signed a contract with Sweden for the delivery of Common Anti-air Modular Missiles (CAMMs) for their Visby class corvettes.

F-35B air collision avoidance system integration pushed back

The Air Collision Avoidance System for the F-35B was to be introduced in 2024, it has now been pushed back to 2028.

Drone video shows status of ferries at Port Glasgow

A recent drone video provides a striking view of the ongoing construction of two vital but troubled ferries at the Ferguson Marine shipyard in Port Glasgow.

BAE to equip Australian Hunter class frigates with Mk 45 guns

BAE Systems has received a contract to deliver multiple shipsets of the Mk 45 Medium Caliber Gun for the Royal Australian Navy’s new Hunter class frigates.