Who are we?
UK Defence Journal is an independent news website focused on defence and security issues in the United Kingdom and internationally. Our reporting is produced by a distributed team of journalists, analysts and contributors based across the UK and abroad, operating together as a virtual newsroom rather than from a single physical office.
This virtual newsroom model allows us to draw on a wide range of expertise and perspectives while maintaining clear editorial structure and accountability. Our team includes experienced journalists alongside contributors with professional backgrounds in the armed forces, defence industry, academia and security policy. This combination supports reporting that is informed by subject matter knowledge as well as journalistic discipline.
Since its founding, UK Defence Journal has developed into a widely referenced source of defence news and analysis within the UK. Our reporting is read by a broad audience that includes policymakers, serving personnel, industry professionals, researchers and members of the public with an interest in defence and security. That breadth of readership brings a responsibility to report with care and precision, particularly on issues that intersect with national security, public policy and military capability.
UK Defence Journal’s work is regularly cited, shared and relied upon within professional and institutional settings, including government, industry and academia. This reinforces the importance of clear sourcing, careful language and a disciplined approach to verification. Our aim is to contribute constructively to informed debate by presenting developments accurately, in context, and without distortion.
UK Defence Journal operates independently and is not affiliated with any political party, pressure group or defence contractor. The site is funded through advertising revenue, primarily via Google AdSense, which covers operational costs and supports editorial independence without external funding or sponsorship influencing coverage.
We are a member of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) and adhere to the Editors’ Code of Practice. This reflects our commitment to responsible, ethical journalism and to clear standards around accuracy, corrections, sourcing and the distinction between news and opinion.
Our editorial approach is rooted in careful research, factual accuracy and transparency. Articles are reviewed prior to publication to ensure they meet the standards expected of professional journalism, particularly when reporting on sensitive defence, security and military matters. This focus on reliability and accountability supports informed public discussion.
Recognised as one of the UK’s leading defence news platforms, UK Defence Journal reports on a broad range of topics including shipbuilding, procurement, military exercises, defence policy and industry developments. Our team regularly provides on-the-ground coverage from NATO, shipyards, exercises and trade events, offering firsthand insight that reinforces our role as a trusted and respected source of defence journalism.
To learn more about our editorial team and their qualifications, please view our team details by clicking here.
Reliability
NewsGuard is a journalism and technology tool that rates the credibility of news and information websites and tracks online misinformation.
The organisation describe us in the following way:
“An online publication covering defence industry news in the United Kingdom, including military operations, equipment, and humanitarian work. The site also publishes fact-checks on military topics. This website adheres to all nine of NewsGuard’s standards of credibility and transparency.”
Their rating of us is below.
Our score was achieved based on meeting the nine standards below.
With regards to our credibility, they say:
“UKDefenceJournal.org.uk’s content is generally fact-based and well-sourced, drawing on the site’s own reporting, including interviews with government and military officials and subject-matter experts. Many articles include links to primary sources, such as official Royal Navy twitter accounts and statements by NATO. Headlines accurately reflect the content. Because UKDefenceJournal.org.uk distinguishes opinion content from news, NewsGuard has determined that the site meets the standard for handling the difference between news and opinion responsibly.”
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Submitting an article
With an open-door policy to new submissions, the UK Defence Journal highly-visible venue to publish your thoughts — from timely analysis on the news events of the day to shining a critical light where one is needed.
Would you like to write for the UK Defence Journal? If so, please take a look at our Submission Guidelines and follow the instructions set out there to have your work published.
Social Media and Comment Policy
Comments are moderated to check they comply with UK Defence Journal social media guidelines. If comments don’t comply they will not be published.
To learn about our social media and comment moderation policy, then click here.
Contact Us
Perhaps you’ve got a story you think we should know about? Perhaps it’s a general inquiry? Whatever the reason you want to communicate with us, fill in the form below and a member of our team will get back to you.
Please feel free to direct relevant messages to the appropriate contacts below.
Owner & Editor
George Allison: [email protected]
Presentation, Administration & General Enquiries
Please direct all enquiries to [email protected] or complete our contact form.
