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
U.S. approves purchase of F-16 jets by Argentina
The U.S. has made clear that this sale "will not alter the basic military balance in the region.".
UK to make Channel ‘small boats’ a national security issue
At the upcoming Interpol General Assembly in Glasgow, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to classify people smuggling as a national security issue, amid rising numbers of illegal Channel crossings.
Royal Navy helicopter shoots down drone
In a first-of-its-kind air-to-air trial, a Wildcat helicopter equipped with the Martlet missile engaged and destroyed a fast-moving Banshee drone over the Bristol Channel.
BAE provide update on new fighter jet demonstrator aircraft
BAE Systems has provided an update on its progress in developing the UK’s first flying combat air demonstrator in four decades.
Netherlands, Belgium to equip frigates with BAE naval guns
This acquisition is part of a joint programme to outfit each country’s new anti-submarine warfare frigates.
Royal Navy successfully trials un-jammable navigation tech
The trials represent a significant step forward in maintaining Royal Navy capabilities globally, even under GPS-denied conditions.
British carrier launches 71 aircraft sorties
HMS Prince of Wales has completed her participation in Exercise Strike Warrior, returning home after an intensive training deployment with NATO forces.
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Russian treason charges surge, reflecting harsher control
Recent UK Defence Intelligence analysis highlights a significant rise in convictions for treason within Russia, marking the highest levels in at least nine years.
MOD plans £15.5m LEAPP support contract with Lockheed
The Ministry of Defence has issued a 'Voluntary Transparency Notice' indicating its intent to award a £15.5 million contract to Lockheed Martin for the continued support of the Land Environment Air Picture Provision capability.
Royal Navy ‘needs more ships’ warns Tory Baroness
A Tory Baroness has argued for the Government to provide the Royal Navy with more frigates as hull numbers could drop down to seven as vessels leave service.
