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 in talks with Ireland over protection of undersea cables
The government has confirmed it is in discussions with Ireland about shared security threats to undersea cables and critical maritime infrastructure.
UK monitoring Iran links to Western Sahara
The government has said it is monitoring alleged Iranian activity in the Western Sahara but has not seen evidence of direct Iranian support for the Polisario Front.
UK hails boost for Scottish shipbuilding
Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander said the contract with Norway for Type 26 Firgates represents "a huge vote of confidence in Scotland’s shipbuilding capability."
UK to launch drone competition in 2026
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that a new competition for “novel uncrewed aerial systems” will begin in early 2026.
British aircraft carrier strike group enters Red Sea
Royal Navy aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has transited north through the Bab al-Mandab Strait and entered the Red Sea.
Britain ‘no plans’ to dry dock nuke subs in Gibraltar
The government has stated that there are currently no plans to use Gibraltar for the dry docking of Royal Navy nuclear submarines.
UK to start building Octopus interceptor drones for Ukraine
The United Kingdom will begin producing advanced air defence interceptor drones for Ukraine within weeks.
British officers join US-led Gaza taskforce
A small number of British military planning officers have been deployed to Israel as part of a US-led multinational taskforce for post-conflict planning in Gaza.
Turkey signs £8bn deal for British Typhoon jets
The United Kingdom and Turkey have signed a deal worth up to £8 billion for 20 Typhoon fighter jets, securing around 20,000 British jobs and the largest UK fighter export in nearly two decades.
Lockheed secures $233m for infrared tracking systems
Lockheed Martin has received a $233 million contract to deliver its IRST21 Block II infrared search and track systems to the US Navy and Air National Guard, according to the company.
