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
Boost to Clyde Shipbuilding rejected by Scottish Government
A substantial £800m scheme intended to rejuvenate Clyde shipbuilding and address Scotland's ferry crisis with a fleet of 50 catamarans has been met with rejection.
New leadership for Maritime Reserves
Command of the UK Maritime Reserves, consisting of 3,270 men and women, transitioned to Commodore Jo Adey July 31, 2023.
UK sets sights on nuclear sector growth
The Ministry of Defence, together with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, has announced the formation of a new Nuclear Skills Taskforce to support growth opportunities within the UK's defence and civil nuclear sectors.
Russia ‘unlikely to find enough troops’ to resource army
The latest Defence Intelligence update from the Ministry of Defence indicates that Russia may face difficulties in finding enough troops to form even a single new army, despite recent attempts to strengthen its ground forces amid ongoing tensions with Ukraine.
BAE Systems experiences stellar first half of 2023
The company reported significant growth across key financial areas, citing an uptick in sales and an increased backlog of orders.
HMS Duncan leads NATO drill to counter minefield threats
The implication is clear: NATO is keenly aware of the risk of adversaries using sea mines or coastal forces to block these crucial shipping routes, and is ensuring forces are prepared.
British aircraft continue to deliver firepower to Ukraine
The UK continues to supply Ukraine with weapons with which to defend itself against invading Russian forces, with a C-17 landing only this morning.
Russia struggles to protect citizens
The increased chance of being compelled to fight, drone attacks on Moscow, domestic repression, and the recent Wagner mutiny highlight the Russian state’s failure to insulate the population from the war.
British ‘eggs in one basket’ with limited tank numbers
"We might be better off going for large numbers or larger numbers of less capable vehicles, because losses are inevitable", argued Lt. Col. Stuart Crawford on the latest episode of The OSINT Bunker podcast.
British helicopter lands on world’s largest warship
A Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter has become the first British aircraft to land on the world's largest warship, the USS Gerald R Ford, as detailed in recent tweets.
