George Allison
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
Iranian arrested attempting to enter British nuke sub base
Police confirm arrests at HM Naval Base Clyde, home to the UK nuclear submarine fleet, after two people tried and failed to gain entry.
Scotland sets out first-year actions in AI strategy
The Scottish Government has outlined a series of immediate measures to drive adoption of artificial intelligence as part of its new five-year strategy aimed at boosting economic growth and productivity.
Hundreds of jobs to be created at Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Ryanair expansion backed by public funding will grow maintenance capacity and apprenticeships at Scottish airport.
UK open to expanding GCAP as Poland signals interest
The United Kingdom is open in principle to expanding the GCAP jet project to additional nations, Defence Secretary John Healey told the UK Defence Journal, as Poland signals interest in joining the effort.
UK steps in on Scotland forces childcare funding gap
Launching a childcare scheme for forces families in Scotland, the Defence Secretary told the UK Defence Journal it will match support in England and address "punitive" costs that have led some personnel to consider relocating south.
Royal Navy seeks rapidly deployable drone picket ships
Project HORUS seeks rapidly deployable uncrewed sensors to detect drones, missiles and aircraft at sea.
Britain signal readiness to help secure Hormuz shipping
The United Kingdom and a group of international partners have signalled readiness to take action to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, following a joint statement condemning recent Iranian activity in the region.
Royal Navy shadows Russian warship in Channel
HMS Mersey, supported by a Wildcat helicopter from 815 Naval Air Squadron, was deployed to monitor the movements of the Steregushchiy-class frigate RFN Soobrazitelny alongside the sanctioned oil tanker MV Anatoly Kolodkin.
Russian fighter jet breaches NATO airspace
A Russian Su-30 fighter jet crossed into Estonian airspace near Vaindloo Island say Estonian authorities.
HMS Bangor repairs set to finish by April
HMS Bangor is expected to complete structural repairs by the end of April 2026, the Ministry of Defence has confirmed.
