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
Everybody expects the Spanish acquisition of shipyard
Spanish firm Navantia is set to acquire Harland & Wolff, the British shipbuilding company, in a deal that could safeguard over 1,000 jobs and integrate four sites into Navantia's operations.
British warships return home for Christmas period
HMS Portland and HMS Iron Duke have returned to their respective home ports of Devonport and Portsmouth, marking the end of a demanding year of operations.
UK keeps 21 naval vessels on standby over Christmas
As the Christmas season begins, the Royal Navy remains prepared to respond to global and national challenges, with 21 Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary vessels deployed or on short notice to respond if required.
Falkirk man jailed for terrorism and firearms offences
Falkirk man jailed for 15 years after promoting far-right extremism online and stockpiling weapons in his home.
Lethal car ramming attack at German Christmas market
BREAKING - A tragic vehicle-ramming attack occurred this evening at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to at least 60 others.
Scot Gov briefs ministers on value of UK defence contracts
An internal email seen by the UK Defence Journal reveals Scottish ministers were briefed on the Type 26 programme as a 'significant economic driver' supporting 1,700 jobs in Glasgow—highlighting the importance of UK Government contracts to the economy.
UK announces £225m military aid package for Ukraine
The UK Defence Secretary, John Healey, has announced a £225 million military support package for Ukraine during a visit to Kyiv, reaffirming the UK’s commitment to support Ukraine’s defence into 2025.
Scot Gov resumes attendance at shipbuilding events
The Scottish Government has taken steps to address criticisms of its previous absences from key shipbuilding milestones, resuming ministerial attendance at high-profile shipbuilding events.
RFA tanker availability sufficient for now, set to improve
Despite the immediate challenges of only one tanker being available, we understand that plans are already in place to bring additional tankers online in the New Year as and when required.
HMS Albion and Bulwark crews reassigned
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that all remaining crew members from HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark have been reassigned following the decommissioning of the Royal Navy’s two amphibious assault ships.
