George Allison
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
Russia faces ‘overwhelming response’ if Britain attacked
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, has issued a stark warning to Russia, declaring that any direct attack on the United Kingdom would provoke an "overwhelming response" from NATO.
British nuclear weapons have ‘impact’ on Putin
"The UK’s nuclear deterrent is the one part of our inventory of which Russia is most aware and has more impact on Putin than anything else," Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff, stated,
Data shows declining real-term spending on personnel
Although cash spending on service personnel has increased, inflation-adjusted figures show a slight decline in real terms, from £12.05 billion to £11.95 billion.
Auxiliary squadron honoured with prestigious awards
No. 614 (County of Glamorgan) Squadron, Royal Auxiliary Air Force, has received two awards in recognition of its exceptional performance and teamwork.
MOD to award £125m for Heavy Armoured Vehicle Tracks
The Ministry of Defence has announced plans to award a £125 million contract for the supply of heavy armoured vehicle tracks and associated items.
Lockheed secures two-year extension for UK tactical trainer
The system enables over 400 British Army personnel to train simultaneously in scenarios involving vehicles, aircraft, insurgents, civilians, and NGOs, providing a fully immersive experience.
RAF and Lockheed achieve breakthrough in interoperability
This live-fly demonstration marked the first time an F-35 shared classified data in real-time with a non-U.S. Command and Control system, utilising open systems technology.
Former soldier convicted of sharing information with Iran
Khalife claimed that he wanted to help the UK’s security by becoming a so-called ‘double-agent’ but the reality is that he simply put UK security at great risk by what he was doing.
British warship assists Finland’s integration into NATO
Royal Navy frigate HMS Iron Duke has completed the first phase of its winter deployment in the Baltic, playing a key role in the Finnish-led NATO exercise Freezing Winds
Babcock to create 1,500 early career roles
Babcock International Group has announced plans to create nearly 1,500 new apprentice and graduate roles across 2024 and 2025, aiming to strengthen the UK’s defence and engineering workforce.
