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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

UK and allies expose North Korean cyber campaign

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), alongside international partners, has revealed a North Korean state-sponsored cyber espionage campaign aimed at stealing military and nuclear secrets.

Leonardo contributes £2.5bn to UK economy says report

Leonardo operations supported nearly 31,700 jobs across the UK in 2023, including 12,900 jobs generated through the supply chain.

Leonardo in Yeovil secures £322m in export orders

The company says it remains 'AW149-ready', prepared to deliver the medium multi-role helicopter to the Ministry of Defence if it wins the New Medium Helicopter competition.

Greece purchases F-35 Lightning II jets

The Greek government has formalised its decision to procure 20 F-35 jets, with an option for 20 more.

German and Japanese warplanes fly together in joint exercise

During the exercise, a formation of six Japanese F-15s flew alongside a flight of German Eurofighters.

Britain’s flagship aircraft carrier returning home after repairs

HMS Queen Elizabeth will return home to Portsmouth tomorrow following four months of repairs in Scotland and a short spell at sea to test her systems, say the Royal Navy.

UK reaffirms policy on Storm Shadow missiles for Ukraine

The new UK Government has reiterated its stance on the use of Storm Shadow missiles by Ukrainian armed forces, maintaining long-standing policy on the matter.

A message of gratitude from the UK Defence Journal

Your support has been instrumental in helping us maintain our operations and uphold the standards of independent journalism we are committed to.

British Destroyer ‘shoots down’ threat to Cyprus base

The exercise simulated an enemy drone attack, with HMS Duncan's Wildcat helicopter playing the role of the hostile ATTACK drone, flying a pattern directly towards RAF Akrotiri.

UK has supplied over 12,000 anti-tank missiles to Ukraine

The UK has confirmed the provision of over 12,000 anti-tank weapons to Ukraine since the onset of the conflict with Russia, according to a recent parliamentary exchange.