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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

Type 26 Frigate order confirmed, build to start in Summer

Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has confirmed the order of eight Type 26 Frigates on the Clyde and revealed that steel will be cut in Summer.

Airborne medics prepare for South Sudan mission

The troops will travel to South Sudan with a squash-court sized specialist field hospital.

WATCH: British jet strikes Islamic State near Mosul

A Royal Air Force Typhoon used a Paveway guided bomb to safely dispose of a large truck-bomb near Mosul, before it could be used by Islamic State.

MoD to announce Type 26 Frigate order in Glasgow

It has emerged that the Ministry of Defence are preparing for a 'major announcement' about the Type 26 Frigate tomorrow in Glasgow. Manufacturing of the...

Islamic State now hold just 10% of Iraq

The news comes as the UK enters its second year of bombing and Iraqi forces are preparing to take the city of Mosul from Islamic State.

Defence Secretary announces £1.1 billion Army investment

The Defence Secretary has announced that over £1.1 billion will be invested in creating new accommodation and facilities to meet the needs of the Army.

Turkey to order more F-35 jets

Turkey has agreed to order a second batch of F-35 aircraft.

F-35B goes to sea for operational testing

Seven F-35B Lightning aircraft will sail aboard the USS America, marking the third time the aircraft has been to sea.

Red Arrows to get new aircraft

Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon has confirmed the Red Arrows will get new jet aircraft

Reaper unmanned aircraft assist in battle for Mosul

Reaper and other British aircraft are providing assistance in the battle for Mosul.