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
Minister details recruitment reforms to boost Armed Forces
The Government’s reforms aim to address long-standing recruitment challenges.
Future of Royal Marines secured says Defence Secretary
"Far from it being ‘a black day,’ as he says, this statement signals a bright future, which will be reinforced by the Defence Review", said Defence Secretary John Healey.
UK may send retired military equipment to aid Ukraine
The UK government is exploring the possibility of repurposing decommissioned military equipment for use by Ukraine, Defence Secretary John Healey revealed in Parliament.
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Government challenged over cuts and procurement delays
Dave Doogan, MP for Angus and Perthshire Glens, expressed concern over what he described as decades of underfunding of the armed forces by successive governments.
Britain to retire fleet of Watchkeeper drones
The UK has announced the retirement of its Watchkeeper drones by March 2025 as part of a broader effort to modernise the Armed Forces and adapt to evolving threats.
Britain’s Wave class tankers to be scrapped
The UK government has announced the retirement of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary's Wave Class auxiliary oilers, RFA Wave Knight and RFA Wave Ruler, by March 2025.
Britain’s defence cuts outlined and explained
Defence Secretary John Healey has announced the retirement of several military assets, including Royal Navy ships, drones, and helicopters, as part of a broader effort to address significant financial pressures in the defence budget.
British frigate to be scrapped due to structural damage
BREAKING NEWS - The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that HMS Northumberland, a Type 23 frigate, will be retired by March 2025 following the discovery of structural damage during its refit.
Albion class assault ships and a frigate to be scrapped
BREAKING NEWS - Assault ships HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark have been scrapped, alongside HMS Northumberland, as well as several other capabilities.
UK, Italy, Japan advance next-gen fighter jet project
Defence Ministers from the UK, Italy, and Japan have announced significant progress in the trilateral Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), aimed at delivering a next-gen fighter aircraft by 2035.
