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
MoD outlines effort to inform veterans on Camp Lejeune water
The Ministry of Defence has outlined its recent efforts to inform veterans potentially affected by contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, a U.S. Marine Corps base.
Royal Navy crewing concerns ‘a top priority’ says Minister
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard MP has stressed that tackling recruitment and retention in the Royal Navy is a top priority, with new measures in place to streamline recruitment and boost outreach.
Babcock, Veolia in first dismantling of UK nuclear submarine
Swiftsure is expected to be fully dismantled by 2026, paving the way for the eventual recycling of the entire decommissioned UK submarine fleet.
INTERPOL operation rescues 3,200 Human trafficking victims
Operation Liberterra II led by @INTERPOL_HQ and supported by @NCA_UK in the UK, has rescued 3,200 trafficking victims, identified 17,800 irregular migrants, and resulted in over 2,500 arrests globally, including nine in the UK.
Report argues UK must prioritise naval power for growth
A recent report, The Strategic Defence Review, Britain and Sea Power, published by the Council on Geostrategy, argues for a renewed focus on British sea power as a cornerstone of both national security and economic stability.
Two Type 45 Destroyers currently operational, confirms MOD
As of 31st October 2024, two Type 45 destroyers were immediately available, or deployed.
America to test nuclear missile launch system tonight
The U.S. Air Force Global Strike Command will tonight conduct a long-planned operational test launch of an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base.
New strikes as RFA unable to safely crew over half its fleet
Royal Fleet Auxiliary officers have voted overwhelmingly to extend their strike action for a further six months, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing dispute over pay and conditions.
UK reaffirms plan to ‘double lethality’ of British Army
Key questions remain around the feasibility and specific steps required to achieve such a target.
Six out of nine Royal Navy frigates currently operational
Lord Coaker, Minister of State at the Ministry of Defence, confirmed that nine Type 23 frigates are currently in service with the Royal Navy, with six of these vessels presently available for operational deployment.
