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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

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".

Glimpse of first new Type 26 Frigate in build in Glasgow

HMS Glasgow, the first Type 26 Frigate, is starting to look shipshape on the River Clyde.

Israeli firm offers Royal Navy ‘Sea Serpent’ missile

IAI and Thales UK are offering what they call a "next Generation ship-Killing solution" to the Royal Navy.

G7 Foreign Ministers condemn Russia

"We call on Russia to cease its provocations and to immediately de-escalate tensions."