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
Europe must boost defence industry, says report
A new report from the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) warns that European NATO members face a challenging path in rebuilding their military capabilities to meet growing threats, particularly from Russia.
Multiple British nuclear attack submarines now at sea
After months of maintenance and readiness challenges, the Royal Navy’s attack submarine fleet is back on course with a notable increase in activity, reflecting hard work behind the scenes to get boats to sea.
MOD set to award Defensive Aids System contract
The Ministry of Defence is set to formalise a single-source contract for the UK 'Defensive Aids System'.
Decline in combat-ready personnel over last five years
Combat-ready UK Armed Forces personnel dropped from 74,966 in 2020 to 70,280 in 2024, reflecting a steady decline across all branches.
Reports suggest UK-led buffer zone in Ukraine
The suggested plan would potentially place thousands of British troops at the forefront of enforcing peace in eastern Ukraine.
UK again confirms plans to move ahead with new fighter jet
The UK government has reiterated its commitment to the Tempest programme, a next-generation combat aircraft initiative jointly developed with Japan and Italy under the Global Combat Air Programme.
MOD assures blast furnace closure ‘limited’ defence impact
The Ministry of Defence has stated that it does not anticipate any adverse impact on the UK's defence industry or virgin steel supply resulting from potential closures of blast furnaces at Port Talbot and Scunthorpe.
UK to produce artillery gun barrels using British steel
The UK is set to reintroduce domestic manufacturing of artillery gun barrels for the first time in a decade, with Sheffield Forgemasters providing British steel for production.
MBDA conducts successful test of Teseo missile
The collaboration with the Italian Navy on the AESA seeker also opens avenues for Italy’s involvement in the Future Cruise/Anti-Ship Weapon programme alongside the UK and France.
Germany, France seek UK part in increasing European security
France and Germany announced plans to engage with the UK, as well as Poland and Italy, in discussions next week to further European defence and security.
