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
‘No Plans to Attack’: Russia tries stand-up comedy
Responses flooded in, pointing to Moscow’s long record of “not planning” to do things that it soon does anyway.
Skills a priority in upcoming Defence Industrial Strategy
The emphasis on skills, training and apprenticeships comes amid growing concern over workforce capacity in the defence sector.
Commons clash on UK nukes and Scottish jobs
During a House of Commons debate on the UK’s nuclear deterrent, MPs clashed over the moral legitimacy of nuclear weapons and their economic significance for communities across the country.
Downie presses shipbuilding promise for Rosyth
Labour MP Graeme Downie has pressed the Government to reaffirm its commitment to Scottish shipbuilding, citing the recent rollout of HMS Venturer at Rosyth dockyard.
UK drone deliveries to Ukraine surge in £350m package
The UK has announced a tenfold increase in drone deliveries to Ukraine as part of a record £350 million investment this financial year, significantly boosting battlefield support to Kyiv in its fight against Russian aggression.
NATO ‘not able’ to defend against Russia in three years
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has warned that the Alliance must move beyond its long-held 2 percent of GDP defence spending benchmark, citing the accelerating rearmament of Russia and the urgent need to address capability gaps.
Chinooks and H145s fill Puma role in Cyprus
Chinooks offer "an aerial firefighting capability through the wildfire season and are able to provide a range of supporting functions".
UK to boost role in NATO’s nuclear deep strike capability
The UK’s newly published Strategic Defence Review (SDR) recommends that Britain deepen its integration of nuclear and conventional deterrence within NATO, enhance long-range strike capabilities, and improve the industrial foundations of its nuclear enterprise.
UK to equip Protector drone with maritime surveillance role
The Strategic Defence Review has backed plans to expand the capabilities of the RAF’s new Protector drone fleet, including the integration of maritime surveillance systems.
Britain considering fleet of nuclear strike aircraft
The UK may acquire F-35A fighter jets as part of NATO’s nuclear sharing arrangements, following a key recommendation in the newly published Strategic Defence Review (SDR).
