George Allison
Funding for Long-Range Area Effects project under review
The Long-Range Area Effects project, part of the British Army’s exploration of Extended-Range Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS-ER), is investigating potential payloads for the M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System.
UK strengthening defence ties with European allies
Government responses reflect a broader strategy to rebuild and strengthen European defence partnerships post-Brexit.
Britain’s readiness for missile attacks against the UK in doubt
Concerns were raised over gaps in the UK's anti-ballistic-missile systems and ability to defeat threats to critical infrastructure.
Britain addresses Russian threats
Defence Secretary John Healey provided an update on the UK’s support for Ukraine and its response to wider Russian aggression, as the conflict enters a critical phase in 2025.
Reform UK presses Government on use of UK steel in defence
In Parliament today, Richard Tice, Reform Party MP for Boston and Skegness, challenged the Ministry of Defence’s reliance on foreign steel suppliers, urging the Government to prioritise manufacturers such as British Steel in defence procurement.
Government details support for Northern Ireland veterans
In response to written parliamentary questions from Mark Francois, Conservative MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, the Ministry of Defence has outlined its efforts to improve support for veterans in Northern Ireland.
MOD confirms no medals for locally employed Afghan civilians
The response reaffirms the MOD’s policy on medallic recognition, which is based on long-established criteria and does not extend to local nationals.
Britain hints at potential order for more Typhoon jets
The potential upcoming order of more Typhoon jets for the Royal Air Force has been described as a 'present' for Britain's defence industry.
Britain launches AI system to monitor Russian shadow fleet
The Joint Expeditionary Force has launched Operation Nordic Warden, a UK-led reaction system designed to monitor threats to undersea infrastructure and track Russia’s shadow fleet.
Defence officials highlight culture shift towards innovation
During a recent Defence Committee session, officials addressed the evolving defence landscape, focusing on the cultural shifts within the Armed Forces and the emphasis on innovation to meet modern threats.