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
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).
SDR supports more A400Ms and civilian airlift solutions
Central to the recommendations is a proposal to augment the existing fleet of A400M Atlas aircraft, either by procuring additional airframes or supplementing them through civilian charter.
British carriers to get ability to fire long range missiles
The UK’s Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carriers will be equipped with deck-launched long-range missiles and uncrewed aerial systems as part of sweeping upgrades to their strike capabilities, the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) has confirmed.
Britain’s new Strategic Defence Review published
From increasing the size of the Army to building more submarines and missiles at home, the UK’s new Strategic Defence Review sets out bold reforms to make Britain “secure at home, strong abroad."
SDR authors call for 3% on defence, PM refuses to commit
"We will raise defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, and set the ambition to hit 3% in the next Parliament, subject to economic and fiscal conditions."
Defence review proves Scotland’s key role, says MP
Scottish Labour MP Graeme Downie has hailed the Strategic Defence Review as a clear affirmation of Scotland’s indispensable role in the UK’s national security and defence industry.
Starmer unveils sweeping defence reforms in shipyard speech
Standing in front of two Type 26 frigates under construction in Glasgow, Starmer announced that the UK would create a “hybrid Royal Navy” that blends drones, warships, submarines and aircraft.
