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
Second Sea Lord welcomes new sailors at HMS Raleigh
Sixty-four recruits have completed ten weeks of initial naval training at HMS Raleigh and formally joined the Royal Navy during a pass-out parade attended by the Second Sea Lord.
Royal Navy wraps up six-day Hurricane Melissa relief effort
A Royal Navy offshore patrol vessel has completed a week of disaster relief work in Jamaica following severe damage inflicted by Hurricane Melissa, with the service focusing on restoring key public facilities, the Royal Navy has said.
Lord West warns UK ‘effectively at war with Russia’
During an episode of the Lord Speaker’s podcast, Lord West delivered an extended warning that the UK now sits inside what he called an undeclared conflict with Russia.
Robertson: China a ‘problem’, not direct threat for now
Lord Robertson and Lord West used the latest Lord Speaker’s Corner podcast to outline how Beijing and New Delhi fit into the shifting geopolitical landscape, arguing that Western policy must adapt to long-term structural realities.
Britain is ‘under attack and under prepared’
The UK faces mounting security risks and is failing to take them seriously enough, former NATO Secretary General Lord Robertson has warned.
Search for missing RFA crew member ends off Donegal
A multi-agency search off the north-west coast of the Republic of Ireland has concluded with no sign of a missing Royal Fleet Auxiliary crew member.
Huge new Chinese assault ship begins trials
China’s new Type 076 assault ship Sichuan begins trials, uniquely pairing a twin-island LHD design with an electromagnetic catapult for fixed wing operations.
Anduril and Hyundai launch drone warship project
Anduril Industries has announced a major partnership with HD Hyundai Heavy Industries to design and produce a new class of autonomous surface vessels for commercial and defence use.
George Medal awarded to man who stopped hospital bomber
Nathan Newby confronted and restrained Mohammed Farooq in 2023 after noticing his suspicious behaviour.
Veterans support detailed after MP questions aid spending
Minister outlines existing veterans support after Lowe queries redirecting aid funds.
