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
UK rejects calls for second British nuclear weapon system
The government has rejected calls to explore a second sovereign method of delivering UK nuclear weapons, arguing that the existing submarine-based system remains the most credible option as nuclear risks increase.
Audit warns fraud risks damaging British defence capability
The NAO estimates that the potential exposure to fraud could reach up to GBP 1.5 billion per year, with the majority of risk arising from defence procurement activity.
Norway selects Chunmoo rocket system in huge deal
Norway has signed a contract to acquire the Chunmoo Multiple Rocket Launcher System (MRLS) from South Korean firm Hanwha Aerospace.
UK warns of rising Russian, Chinese activity in High North
Ministers and senior military leaders have warned that rising Russian activity and growing Chinese interest in the Arctic and High North are driving renewed focus on UK and NATO security in the region.
U.S. Marines select Anduril Bolt-M for OPF-L fielding
The award follows a 13-month testing and evaluation period in which Anduril supplied more than 250 Bolt-M systems to the U.S. Marine Corps.
UK to study Aster 30 integration for Mk41 missile launcher
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract to MBDA UK to examine the feasibility of integrating the Mk41 Vertical Launching System with the Aster 30 missile.
Seven arrested in UK during global people-smuggling crackdown
Seven people have been arrested in the United Kingdom as part of an international operation targeting people smuggling and human trafficking networks, led by INTERPOL and coordinated domestically by the National Crime Agency.
Massive US air build-up across Europe and Middle East
A surge in US military air activity across Europe and the Middle East is underway alongside rising tensions with Iran, with open-source tracking showing increased tanker, transport, and support aircraft movements over recent days.
Historic Manchester steel firm lays off more than 100 staff
More than 100 workers at a Manchester steel fabrication company with roots in the Second World War have been laid off, with staff told they would receive no working hours through December and into January.
Royal Navy tests helicopter-led drone targeting in UK first
Royal Navy Wildcat helicopters have for the first time used live data from multiple uncrewed systems to identify and target a moving vehicle during trials in the UK.
