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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

Britain’s readiness for missile attacks against the UK in doubt

Concerns were raised over gaps in the UK's anti-ballistic-missile systems and ability to defeat threats to critical infrastructure.

Britain addresses Russian threats

Defence Secretary John Healey provided an update on the UK’s support for Ukraine and its response to wider Russian aggression, as the conflict enters a critical phase in 2025.

Reform UK presses Government on use of UK steel in defence

In Parliament today, Richard Tice, Reform Party MP for Boston and Skegness, challenged the Ministry of Defence’s reliance on foreign steel suppliers, urging the Government to prioritise manufacturers such as British Steel in defence procurement.

Government details support for Northern Ireland veterans

In response to written parliamentary questions from Mark Francois, Conservative MP for Rayleigh and Wickford, the Ministry of Defence has outlined its efforts to improve support for veterans in Northern Ireland.

MOD confirms no medals for locally employed Afghan civilians

The response reaffirms the MOD’s policy on medallic recognition, which is based on long-established criteria and does not extend to local nationals.

Britain hints at potential order for more Typhoon jets

The potential upcoming order of more Typhoon jets for the Royal Air Force has been described as a 'present' for Britain's defence industry.

Britain launches AI system to monitor Russian shadow fleet

The Joint Expeditionary Force has launched Operation Nordic Warden, a UK-led reaction system designed to monitor threats to undersea infrastructure and track Russia’s shadow fleet.

Defence officials highlight culture shift towards innovation

During a recent Defence Committee session, officials addressed the evolving defence landscape, focusing on the cultural shifts within the Armed Forces and the emphasis on innovation to meet modern threats.

Clyde infrastructure project faces skills concerns

The ambitious Clyde Infrastructure Programme was the focus of intense parliamentary scrutiny during a Defence Committee session, with MPs raising concerns over escalating costs, delays, and transparency.

NATO fighter pilots complete high intensity training

The course, held at Albacete Air Base in Spain, aimed to enhance the tactical leadership and flying capabilities of frontline personnel while improving the interoperability of NATO Air Forces.