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
British forces track Russian warships near UK
HMS Tyne, HMS Portland and P8 Poseidon aircraft from RAF Lossiemouth reported on the movements of the Russian Navy in the English Channel, North Sea and North Atlantic.
Harland & Wolff unveils plan for new Isles of Scilly ferries
The Belfast based company has spent the last three years perfecting the design and cost models for these vessels and has now formally decided to apply for levelling-up funding from the UK government.
Grant Shapps appointed as new Defence Secretary
Grant Shapps will assume the role of the United Kingdom's new Secretary of State for Defence.
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace resigns
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has stepped down from his role, bringing his four-year stint as one of the most crucial figures in the UK government to an end.
Russia being ‘pounded’ by drones
This marks the largest attack on Russia since the start of the conflict started.
New Scottish ferry named
The sister vessel to MV Glen Sannox will be named MV Glen Rosa following a landslide win in a public vote.
UK second largest partner in Ukraine’s fight against Russia
Since Russia's invasion in 2022, the global response has been profound. The UK, as the second-largest donor after the US, has significantly amped up its military assistance to Ukraine.
Report details decrease in UK military personnel
The House of Lords Library has released a detailed report titled 'UK defence policy and the role of the armed forces'.
UK Space Agency announces recipients of £20m in funds
The initiative is aimed at fostering collaborations between UK organisations and their counterparts from the US, Canada, Australia, Japan, India, Singapore, South Africa, and other countries to advance space research and technology.
NATO tests air defence over Romania
During this exercise, fighter jets and air-to-air refuelling aircraft from France, Spain, and Türkiye collaborated over Romania.
