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
Ferguson Marine faces future ‘with optimism amid challenges’
Officials remain optimistic about Ferguson Marine’s future, but the Public Audit Committee emphasised that stabilising operations are essential before considering a return to private ownership.
Airbus secures development work on French patrol aircraft
The new aircraft, the A321 Maritime Patrol Aircraft, is intended to replace the French Navy’s 'Atlantique 2' fleet, with an operational timeframe expected between 2030 and 2040.
Former soldier jailed for espionage, terrorism offences
A former British soldier, Daniel Khalife, has been sentenced to 14 years and three months in prison after being convicted of spying and terrorism offences.
Israel to purchase over 8,000 missiles and bombs from U.S.
The $7.41 billion sale includes 3,000 Hellfire missiles, 2,166 Small Diameter Bombs, and 2,800 MK 82 500-pound bombs, reinforcing Israel's precision-strike capabilities.
European carriers in the Pacific ‘signal commitment’ to stability
The latest by Dr. Emma Salisbury of the Council on Geostrategy underscores the continuing importance of European carrier strike group deployments to the Indo-Pacific, even as Europe contends with threats closer to home.
Former Scot Labour leader calls for Trident to be scrapped
Richard Leonard MSP called for scrapping Trident but has shared misleading claims about the UK's nuclear weapons. Ironically, he also recently warned against online misinformation.
UK and Scottish Governments collaborate on Faslane support
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard stated that the “Clyde is an important base, and we work closely on it, not just with the Scottish Government and local councils, but across Government".
UK defends part in NATO exercise in response to Corbyn
The UK described participation in military exercises like Steadfast Dart 25 as "defensive, transparent and proportionate" amid concerns from former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
New Medium Helicopter contract award expected soon
The contract for the UK’s new medium helicopter programme is anticipated to be awarded later this year, pending the necessary evaluations and approvals.
What did US and UK Defence Secretaries talk about on call?
The UK Defence Secretary, John Healey, and US Defence Secretary, Pete Hegseth, recently reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening NATO and sustaining support for Ukraine.
