George Allison
George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison
Royal Navy frigate shadows Russian warship off Scottish coast
Royal Navy frigate HMS Somerset shadowed a Russian destroyer off the coast of Scotland this weekend it has been confirmed.
Red Arrows Hawk jet replacements ‘not needed until 2030’
The Ministry of Defence have confirmed no new Hawk jets are needed by the Red Arrows for another 13 years.
Exercise Tartan Flag – Joint British and American air to air refuelling exercise concludes
For the first time ever the Royal Air Force A330 Voyager has flown in formation with a USAF KC-135 Stratotanker, to complete air to air refuelling for British fast jets.
Scotland ‘crucial to defence of the UK’ says Defence Secretary
The MoD has around 10,000 sailors, soldiers and air personnel living permanently in Scotland, supported by 8,000 reservists and civilians.
Study finds UK is second most powerful country in the world
Research conducted by European Geostrategy has revealed that the United Kingdom is still a global power, coming second only to the United States.
Royal Navy join search for missing Argentine submarine
HMS Protector is joining the search for an Argentine Navy submarine that has been out of contact for days.
16 F-35B stealth fighters now operationally deployed in Japan
US Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, which began flying its F-35B jets to the air station in January, now has a full complement of 16 aircraft.
Wildcats and RFA Argus help stricken yacht
Wildcat helicopters and RFA Argus helped a British yachtsman when his boat was damaged by storms in the Bay of Biscay officials reported.
HMS Queen Elizabeth will ‘strike fear into the hearts of our enemies’ says Defence...
Newly appointed Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson spoke about HMS Queen Elizabeth as he visited her on trials.
HMS Prince of Wales to take over later stages of F-35 trials from HMS...
HMS Prince of Wales will take over F-35 trials to allow HMS Queen Elizabeth to return to dock for her routine re-certification work.
