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
Risk of workforce shortages and rising costs for new fighter
"GCAP’s timescales are ambitious – we have a window of opportunity now, at this early stage, to make choices that set the programme on the right track", warned Chair of the Defence Committee Tan Dhesi MP.
Report highlights challenges for new British stealth jet
The Defence Committee has released a report on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), acknowledging its potential while stressing the importance of meeting its ambitious in-service target date of 2035.
Britain and allies pledge continued support for Ukraine
Defence Ministers from the Group of Five nations—France, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the UK—met in Helenów, Poland, on 13 January 2025.
Update on progress of new British fighter jet project
Defence Minister Maria Eagle outlined recent developments in the Future Combat Air System, the multi-national project to deliver the UK's next-generation fighter aircraft.
Russia launched 1,700 drones in December, down from 2,300
The UK Ministry of Defence has reported a decrease in the number of One Way Attack Uncrewed Aerial Systems (OWA UAS) launched by Russia into Ukraine during December 2024.
Defence Committee: UK must learn from Ukraine and embrace AI
The Ministry of Defence (MOD) must fully integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations to remain competitive, according to a new report by the...
Britain moves closer to nuclear-powered surface warships
The Royal Navy are continuing with their effort to explore the creation of a "nuclear surface fleet", aiming to assess the feasibility and operational advantages offered by advanced nuclear reactors on large surface vessels.
UK, France, Germany target Channel people-smuggling network
In a major international operation, UK, French, and German authorities have dismantled an organised crime group responsible for smuggling migrants to the UK via dangerous small-boat crossings in the Channel.
MOD highlights efforts to retain skilled graduates
The Ministry of Defence has detailed its ongoing initiatives to encourage young people to pursue careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths) within the defence sector and retain skilled graduates in its workforce.
Ukraine captures North Korean troops
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has revealed that two North Korean soldiers, reportedly fighting alongside Russian forces, have been captured by Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region.
