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
Hostile states exploit UK journalists and social media
Foreign intelligence services are increasingly using social media journalism and political networks to covertly influence UK public debate and democratic processes, according to Parliament’s Intelligence and Security Committee.
MP pushes blueprint to make UK hub for uncrewed systems
Labour MP and ex-Royal Marine Fred Thomas is urging sweeping reforms to streamline regulation, expand test sites and create a single authority so the UK can rapidly develop, test and field uncrewed military systems.
Scotland signs space cooperation deal with UAE centre
Scotland has signed a new agreement aimed at expanding cooperation with the United Arab Emirates in the space sector, following a Letter of Intent between industry body Space Scotland and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre.
Ukraine strikes Russian submarine with underwater drones
Ukraine says it has carried out the first recorded anti-submarine combat strike using underwater attack drones, targeting a Russian Navy Kilo-class submarine at the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.
Airbus wins £33.6m contract to support UK H145 fleet
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a two-year £33.6 million support and services contract to Airbus Helicopters UK for the initial maintenance and support of six H145 helicopters entering service with the UK Armed Forces..
Russian threat to UK is growing, warns defence chief
"The trend, from Russia in particular, is worsening, and that is the key argument for action", warned Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton.
Britain is ‘under sustained attack’ from foreign states
MPs warned in the Commons that hostile states are exploiting political division, trade links and digital networks to undermine the UK, as Liberal Democrat MP James MacCleary said foreign interference now threatens Britain’s security, economy and democratic institutions.
Labour MP opposes defence spending rise in Commons clash
The government has defended increased defence spending after a Commons exchange in which a Labour backbencher argued that poverty and inequality pose a greater threat to life in the UK than external military dangers.
Healey avoids date for Defence Investment Plan
The Defence Secretary avoided confirming whether the Defence Investment Plan will be published before Parliament rises for the Christmas recess during defence questions in the House of Commons.
British forces recruitment rises as intake overtakes outflow
UK Armed Forces recruitment has overtaken personnel outflow for the first time in almost four years, with recruitment rising 13%.
