Paul Rimmer

Paul Rimmer is a Visiting Professor in the Department of War Studies at King's College London, part of the School of Security Studies within the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy. He holds extensive experience in UK national security, having served as a Senior Civil Servant in the Ministry of Defence, Deputy Chief of Defence Intelligence, and Honorary Air Commodore of 7010(VR) Int Sqn RAF. His career spans 37 years in intelligence analysis, policy advising, and military operations.

• Education: BA in International Relations (Keele University), Joint Service Defence College, and leadership programs at the Defence Academy.

Research focuses on Defence Intelligence evolution, intelligence assessment's role in policy and operations, and analytical techniques. He has briefed the UK National Security Council, Cabinet, and COBR committee, influencing high-level decisions. Awards include a CBE (2021) for services to Defence.

Advising and grants: His career involved strategic leadership roles without explicit mention of grant details. He contributes to the King's Centre for the Study of Intelligence, fostering research and idea exchange in intelligence studies.