George Allison
George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison
UK plans £208m framework for Personal Armour Procurement
The Ministry of Defence has issued a 'Prior Information Notice' outlining plans to establish a new framework agreement for the procurement of Personal Hard Armour to support British Armed Forces personnel.
Contract now signed for seven new ferries for Scotland
Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) has signed a £147.5 million contract with Polish shipbuilder Remontowa for the construction of seven new Loch-class electric ferries, following a mandatory standstill period.
British Army to boost ‘Lethality, Mass and Effect’ in review
Defence Minister Luke Pollard has confirmed that the future of the British Army is being shaped around greater lethality, operational mass, and battlefield effect, as part of the ongoing Strategic Defence Review (SDR).
An update on Britain’s F-35 stealth jet fleet
The UK's F-35B Lightning II programme is entering a pivotal phase.
Norway purchase of Type 26 will ‘deter Russia’ says UK
The UK is exploring greater defence collaboration with Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) nations, including greater potential cooperation on procurement and development of military equipment, according to Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard.
UK A400M fleet sees availability rise after MOD overhaul
Aircraft availability now stands at an average of ten aircraft per day—meeting the current target—and marks a 66% improvement on financial year 2021–22 and a 26% improvement on 2022–23.
Minister defends support amid ‘troubles’ debate
Carns, who himself served on Operation Banner, assured MPs that the government is working with the Northern Ireland Office to ensure legal and welfare support for veterans facing investigations.
British carrier shortly to begin ‘Operation Highmast’
The 'Carrier Strike Group 25' deployment will feature, for the first time, two full squadrons of UK F-35B Lightning II jets embarked aboard a British aircraft carrier, marking a significant leap in the UK’s ability to project airpower at sea.
Royal Navy Wildcat flown to Middle East on C-17
A Royal Navy Wildcat helicopter has been delivered to the Middle East by a Royal Air Force C-17 Globemaster, supporting the ongoing deployment of HMS Lancaster as part of Operation Kipion.
Healey rejects ‘Brexit rhetoric’ during tension in Commons
Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge questioned the strength of UK–France defence cooperation in the Commons this week.
