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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Frigate build work to be moved if Scotland leaves UK

Sources have suggested that the work on the Type 26 Frigates would be moved if Scotland voted for independence.

WATCH: HMS Glasgow forward section rolled out

A video of the forward section of HMS Glasgow being rolled out of the build hall in Govan.

Forward half of HMS Glasgow rolled out of build hall

The forward section of first Type 26 Frigate HMS Glasgow was rolled out of the build hall earlier today.

How many warships are Scottish yards expecting to build?

There’s a lot of misunderstanding and myth circulating about how many ships Scottish yards are building.

Babcock win Phalanx gun support renewal contract

Babcock has been awarded a contract for continuation of support for the Phalanx Close-in Weapon System (CIWS).

American bomber refuels off Scottish coast

The B-1 departed from Norway and refuelled off the Scottish coast before ultimately overflying the Aegean Sea.

British surveillance aircraft heading for Black Sea region

A British surveillance aircraft is once again heading to the Black Sea region.

HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark to remain in service

The out-of-service dates for HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark remain 2033 and 2034.

Russia deploys bombers near Ukraine

The 559th Fighter Bomber Aviation Regiment has been deployed to the Black Sea region.

NCSC warns against cyber security complacency

Basic cyber hygiene "is as important a life skill as knowing how to wire a plug".