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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

Retired General warns UK must boost defence budget to protect against Russia and China

General Sir Richard Barrons, former Commander of Joint Forces Command, warns that the defence budget must be increased so the UK can protect against potential attacks from China or Russia.

A guide to the Dreadnought class ballistic missile submarine

The Dreadnought class will replace the Vanguard class submarines from 2028 onwards and will host the United Kingdom's nuclear deterrent.

HMS Severn returns home for last time before disposal

Offshore Patrol Vessel HMS Severn has returned to her homeport of Portsmouth for the last time, the vessel is due to be decommissioned at the end of the month.

UK nuclear submarine dismantling project makes progress

The aim of Submarine Dismantling Project is to provide a 'safe, environmentally responsible and cost effective solution' for the dismantling of 27 of the UK’s de-fuelled nuclear powered submarines.

Exercise Cambrian Patrol kicks off in Wales

More than a thousand soldiers from the British Army and 28 international armies are taking part in Exercise Cambrian Patrol.

Ministry of Defence staff sacked over expenses fraud

Eleven staff members from the Ministry of Defence have been sacked in the past two years for expenses fraud.

HMS Queen Elizabeth to set sail tomorrow for second phase of sea trials

Planned shipping movements released via the Queen’s Harbour Master Portsmouth have listed the intended time of departure of HMS Queen Elizabeth.

Typhoon jets complete Exercise Magic Carpet in Oman

Royal Air Force personnel have been put through training over Oman as 6 Squadron from RAF Lossiemouth conduct exercises with the Royal Air Force of Oman.

Type 31e Frigate build ‘opportunity’ for Ferguson Marine shipyard on the Clyde

Michael Fallon has visited the Ferguson Marine shipyard at Port Glasgow where he remarked upon the opportunity for the Clyde yard to build the new frigates.

New Royal Navy ship christened on the Clyde

A new Royal Navy Offshore Patrol Vessel has been named at a shipyard on the Clyde in Glasgow today. The second of the Royal Navy's...