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George Allison

George Allison
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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

MOD reviews eligibility criteria for Nuclear Test Medal

The Secretary of State for Defence has directed the Ministry of Defence to look at the commemorative medal criteria.

New British cruise missile to be fired later this year

The next significant milestone for the SPEAR Cap 3 programme is the first guided firing, scheduled to take place later this year.

Ireland’s Naval Service Struggling reveals report

A recent Irish parlimentary report has shed light on the ongoing challenges facing Ireland’s Naval Service, revealing that it is operating at only 66% of its agreed-upon strength.

Entire Offshore Patrol Vessel fleet at sea or deployed

With 100% of the fleet active or deployed from the South Atlantic to Southeast Asia, and of course home waters, the UK has a visible presence at sea across the world.

NATO trains to deal with Russian electronic warfare at sea

Dynamic Guard involved nearly 1,000 personnel, ships, and aircraft from several NATO countries, giving them the chance to operate in conditions where electronic warfare is present.

Over half of Britain’s frigates now active or deployable

Currently around half of the Royal Navy's escort vessels, Type 45 Destroyers and Type 23 Frigates, are active or immediately deployable, representing a significant rise in availability compared to previous months.

Rolls-Royce and FFG to modernise Leopard 1 tank family

Rolls-Royce and Flensburger Fahrzeugbau Gesellschaft have announced a new project to repower the Leopard 1 tank family.

UK exposes Russian military unit’s cyber campaign

The UK, alongside nine international allies, has publicly identified Russia’s GRU as responsible for a series of cyber attacks and digital sabotage targeting governments and critical infrastructure.

Minister criticised for focus on Net Zero in steel debate

Richard Tice, representing Reform UK, accused the government of harming the domestic steel industry by prioritising green initiatives over maintaining defence production capacity.

Man receives indefinite hospital order for stabbings

While awaiting sentencing, Hussain committed another attack on 26 June 2023, this time attempting to murder a male nurse, say Counter Terrorism Police.