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
UK launches Atlantic Bastion to counter Russia at sea
The project links autonomous vessels, AI enabled detection networks and existing naval and air platforms, the government stated.
Police urge winter vigilance as terror threat substantial
Counter Terrorism Policing North East and Durham Constabulary have issued a winter safety appeal as crowds gather across the region for Christmas markets, shopping and seasonal events.
US strike kills four in latest lethal action in Carribean
American assets carried out a lethal strike on a vessel in international waters on 4 December under orders from U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Typhoon jets to fly to Arctic for secret escort mission
The UK Defence Journal understands that Typhoon jets will be deploying to the Arctic later this month for what is intended to be a secret escort mission involving a cargo aircraft.
America fields ‘attack drone’ squadron in Middle East
U.S. Central Command has created a new task force to stand up the U.S. military’s first one-way attack drone squadron in the Middle East.
Building ‘up to 12’ new subs requires major Barrow expansion
Sir Stephen Lovegrove has told MPs that the UK’s ability to deliver AUKUS submarines depends on sustained political commitment, long term investment in Barrow, and a more disciplined approach to major nuclear projects across Government.
Neutrality offers no shield as hybrid threats reach Ireland
CEPA, a leading European security think tank, told the UK Defence Journal that Irish neutrality has no impact on Russian actions against the country or Europe as a whole.
Britain to take command of major NATO naval force
The Royal Navy has begun the process of taking command of NATO’s Maritime Allied Reaction Force, the alliance’s primary naval crisis response formation.
British frigate withdrawn from service in Gulf
HMS Lancaster will now be retired. The Type 23 Frigate will not return to the UK for decommissioning and will instead be prepared for disposal in Bahrain.
NATO sets out how it plans to fight and win at sea
NATO will further develop carrier strike, anti-submarine, naval mine warfare and seaborne autonomous capabilities to support the ability to deter, defend or decisively strike against an aggressor.
