Dan Lomas
Assistant professor in international relations at the University of Nottingham specializing in the history and present/future of the UK intelligence and security community.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 35min
What the U.S. loses when our allies stop sharing intelligence
Dan Lomas, an expert in UK intelligence from the University of Nottingham, and Jan Goldman, a professor at The Citadel with a focus on intelligence ethics, delve into the ramifications of decreased intelligence sharing with U.S. allies. They discuss the UK’s recent halt in intelligence sharing due to legal concerns, the historical roots of U.S.-UK cooperation, and the challenges posed by open-source intelligence. Goldman warns that decreased sharing jeopardizes U.S. national security, illustrating a trust crisis in allied relationships.
Jun 19, 2025 • 30min
Lord of the Spies – What does the head of MI6 actually do?
In this engaging discussion, Dan Lomas, an Assistant Professor of International Relations, shares insights on the landmark appointment of Blaise Metreweli as the first female chief of MI6. He highlights the challenges she will face, from balancing traditional espionage with modern tech threats to navigating cybersecurity and AI. The conversation also touches on the evolving dynamics of international intelligence partnerships and the implications of gender representation in intelligence roles, painting a unique picture of the future of espionage.
