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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Public tour of HMS Prince of Wales in Liverpool cancelled

Saturday's planned public tours aboard HMS Prince of Wales in Liverpool have been cancelled due to severe weather concerns.

Denmark and Sweden sign $2.5B deal for CV90 Combat Vehicles

BAE Systems has finalised contracts worth approximately $2.5 billion with Denmark and Sweden for the procurement of over one hundred and fifty CV90 combat vehicles.

Figures show medical deployability of UK regular forces

The Ministry of Defence has disclosed the latest data on the medical deployability of UK Regular Forces, providing a breakdown by service and deployability status.

The story of a U.S. destroyer at war

The U.S. Navy has released a detailed account of the USS Carney’s intense combat deployment in the Red Sea.

Netherlands deploys F-35 stealth jets to Estonia

The Dutch aircraft are the first NATO jets to launch from the airfield following extensive runway renovations, which were completed with support from NATO and Luxembourg.

Strategic Defence Review key challenges highlighted

"Every review in my working life has failed, generally within two years...because they have left an enormous gap between ambition and resourcing."

Russian casualties reach record highs in Ukraine

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict continues to exact a devastating toll on Russian forces, with November 2024 marking a grim milestone in casualty figures.

HMS Cattistock works with a nuclear sub and Merlin heli

HMS Cattistock, one of the Royal Navy’s Hunt-class minehunters, recently worked with a nuclear submarine and a Merlin helicopter off the Scottish coast.

NATO outmatches Russia in ‘every domain except nuclear’

Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, stressed d that NATO must use its collective strength to maintain a disruptive edge in every domain.

British carriers ‘showcase NATO strength’ in deterring Russia

Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, highlighted the importance of Britain;s aircraft carriers in maintaining NATO’s operational readiness and sending a clear signal to adversaries.