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
Government confirm Type 32 Frigate not cancelled
The UK Government have committed to new Type 32 frigates, be it as a new design or a second batch of already-in-build Type 31 Frigates.
Royal Navy to host tech event on experimental ship
Royal Navy is to host an event for collaboration with universities and industry on cutting-edge technologies onboard the XV Patrick Blackett.
MP urges shipbuilding pipeline clarity
The updated National Shipbuilding Strategy previously highlighted the urgent need for replacement vessels to maintain the UK's maritime border security. Work has yet to start, however.
HMS Mersey conducts exercises with Swedish corvette
HMS Mersey recently participated in joint exercises with the Swedish Navy's HMS Nyköping, a Visby class corvette.
QinetiQ announces £259m renewal of MScA
The MSCA provides critical sovereign capabilities that contribute to the assurance of the UK's ability to design, build, and safely operate the Royal Navy's surface and subsurface fleet, including the UK's continuous at sea deterrent.
Household Cavalry prepares for UN peacekeeping in Cyprus
The Regiment will patrol the buffer zone, known as the "Green Line," which has separated the Turkish Cypriot North and the Greek Cypriot South for over 40 years.
Simulation shows Ireland can’t defend against unarmed plane
A recent simulation has demonstrated the challenges Ireland faces in defending its airspace, particularly in responding to aerial threats.
Poland building part of a British frigate – why?
The deal between the UK and Poland to build specific parts of a UK ship and for Britain to build parts of a Polish ship does not contradict the UK's policy of not building complex warships overseas
UK Defence Journal enters top 10 trustworthy UK news sites
For the first time, the UK Defence Journal has made it onto a list of the top ten most trustworthy and popular news websites in the UK as rated by NewsGuard, an information credibility tool."
Australia to manufacture high energy laser system
QinetiQ Australia has been awarded a $12.9 million contract to collaborate with the Australian Department of Defence to co-develop and manufacture a high energy defensive laser system prototype in South Australia.
