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
Britain contracts ‘Tiberius’ ramjet artillery munition
Tiberius Aerospace has announced it has secured a UK Ministry of Defence contract to support the rapid trials and development of its Sceptre ramjet artillery round, a new extended-range precision-guided 155mm munition.
Rosyth could take nuclear subs under £340m upgrade plan
Rosyth may play a central role in supporting an expanded nuclear submarine fleet under a £340 million infrastructure programme, the UK Defence Journal understands.
Admiral Radakin ends 40-year career in UK defence
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin has formally stepped down as Chief of the Defence Staff, closing a 40-year career in uniform that spanned command at sea, reform in Whitehall, and leadership through one of the most turbulent periods in recent British history.
Raytheon and Diehl agree Stinger co-production in Europe
Raytheon, part of RTX, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Germany’s Diehl Defence to co-produce key components of the Stinger short-range air defence missile in Europe.
Raytheon tests SPY-6 radar at sea in major US Navy trial
Raytheon, part of RTX, has announced the first live maritime test of its AN/SPY-6(V)4 radar in partnership with the US Navy, the company stated.
SNP presses UK to rule out concessions on Ukraine
SNP MP Stephen Gethins used Commons questions to demand a clear assurance from the Government that no part of Ukraine should be ceded to Russia under the pressure of war.
Call to revive Scottish steelworks for Type 26 exports
Scottish Labour MSP Paul Sweeney has pressed ministers to ensure that steel from Scotland is used in the landmark deal to build five Type 26 frigates for Norway.
Russia ‘weaker than ever’ says UK
Defence Secretary John Healey told MPs that Russia’s forces are paying a severe price for minimal progress on the battlefield, citing the latest assessment from UK defence intelligence.
Rosyth MP slams SNP for ‘childish’ defence politics
The Scottish Government’s decision to lift its long-standing ban on public funding for munitions production has been branded “childish” and “too little, too late” by Graeme Downie MP.
UK uses frozen Russian assets to fund £1bn Ukraine aid
More than £1 billion worth of military support for Ukraine has been delivered using proceeds from immobilised Russian assets, the UK Defence Journal understands.
