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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

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.

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.