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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

Reports of Russia’s largest missile and drone Strike of 2025

The UK Ministry of Defence has reported that Russia conducted its largest multi-axis 'Long Range Aviation' strike package of 2025 overnight, launching a massive aerial assault on Ukraine.

F-35 jets shadow Russian aircraft watching NATO exercise

Two Norwegian F-35 fighter jets launched to identify and shadow two Russian Tu-142 ‘BEAR-F’ maritime patrol aircraft flying in international airspace near Troms.

Royal Navy seeks industry input to integrate drones to fleet

The Royal Navy is seeking industry input for its Strike Net programme, an initiative aimed at advancing communications, data sharing, and uncrewed systems integration in maritime operations.

UK stresses importance of US defence industry ties

The UK government has reiterated its commitment to defence collaboration with the United States, following parliamentary questions on the scale of procurement spending on US defence items and services.

UK withholds ammo purchase numbers amid security concerns

The refusal to release specific figures comes amid a wider effort by NATO allies to scale up ammunition production, particularly in response to the ongoing war in Ukraine.

British defence industry warns of skills shortages

The UK defence industry is struggling to meet increased production demands due to shortages in skilled workers, key materials, and lengthy security clearance processes, according to industry leaders.

Britain considering buying more rocket artillery launchers

The UK is considering the procurement of an additional 15 M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) launchers to boost its deep-strike capabilities.

Defence Committee presses MOD for greater transparency

The Chair of the Defence Select Committee, Tan Dhesi MP, has written to the Secretary of State for Defence, urging greater transparency and regular updates on force readiness, ship availability, and critical military capability shortfalls.

British industry warns ‘we are not yet on a war footing’

Defence Committee Chair Tan Dhesi MP warned, "if people are not stepping up to the plate, we will fail our country".

Key milestone for new naval support ships as engines tested

The UK’s Fleet Solid Support (FSS) programme has reached a major milestone with the successful Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) of two main propulsion engines and the first diesel generator for the lead ship.