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
Scottish Lib Dems warn of defence jobs skills gap
Scotland risks missing out on thousands of defence sector jobs due to skills shortages, warns Jamie Greene, with the Scottish Liberal Democrats calling on the government to do more to support the industry.
Royal Navy receives second autonomous minewarfare boat
The Royal Navy has taken delivery of its second remotely-controlled mine warfare vessel, named Adventure, as part of the ongoing Maritime Mine Counter Measures programme.
Chile backs Argentina on Falklands in joint statement
Chile has reiterated its support for Argentina's claim over the Falkland Islands, according to a joint statement.
Union pushes for Fife build of Royal Navy submarine docks
GMB Scotland is calling on defence ministers to allocate Programme Euston work to deliver new out-of-water docking capability at HM Naval Base Clyde to the Navantia UK yard in Methil, Fife, rather than opening the contract to international competition.
Royal Navy boosts ocean data collection with new contract
The Royal Navy is set to expand its ocean data gathering capability under a new contract with Teledyne Marine, aimed at strengthening environmental intelligence for operations.
New Trident training facility opens at Clyde
Vice Admiral Johnny Wolfe, US Director of Strategic Programs, said: "The Polaris Sales Agreement is foundational to the US-UK sea-based strategic deterrence relationship, and crucial to the collective security of our NATO allies".
Design contract for next-generation British fighter jet
GCAP moves into full trilateral mode with GBP 686m contract for design of next-generation fighter jet for the UK, Italy and Japan.
Babcock to open Plymouth city centre hub for 2000 staff
Babcock has confirmed the location of a new Capability Centre in Plymouth city centre, with up to 2,000 employees set to relocate from Devonport.
Type 45 destroyers to remain in service until 2038
The Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer fleet is expected to remain in service until the late 2030s, with the final ship scheduled to retire by the end of 2038.
UK and France begin work on Meteor successor missile
The United Kingdom and France have signed an agreement to begin studying a next-generation air-to-air missile to succeed Meteor, one of Europe’s most advanced beyond-visual-range weapons.
