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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Government urged to begin frigate build on the Clyde

Julian Lewis urged the Government to begin the construction of the Type 26 Frigate fleet on the Clyde.

HMS Daring leaves Gibraltar to protect US aircraft carriers

The Type 45 Destroyer has now departed Gibraltar and is tasked with protecting American aircraft carriers.

Aircraft carrier workers strike at Rosyth

Hundreds of workers building the new supercarriers staged a 'wildcat strike' on Monday in Rosyth.

Defence Minister attends vehicle demonstration

Minister for Defence Procurement Harriet Baldwin has visited a two-day showcase of land equipment and technology.

American nuclear powered attack submarine visits Faslane

A US Navy Virginia class attack submarine has visited Faslane today in a routine stop-off. The submarine, which we're told is likely to be the...

American MV-22 aircraft to operate from Queen Elizabeth carriers

The US Marines are likely to deploy MV-22 tiltrotor aircraft alongside their F-35s aboard Britains new Queen Elizabeth class carriers. It is understood that the...

British aircraft have carried out 1,000 airstrikes against Islamic State

The Ministry of Defence has revealed that British aircraft have carried out more than a thousand air strikes against Islamic State in Iraq and Syria.

North Korea carries out ‘biggest ever’ nuclear test

North Korea has conducted a fifth nuclear test, its most powerful to date.

Tornado and Reaper aircraft hit Islamic State weapons cache

British combat aircraft have once again been in heavy use against Islamic State over Iraq and Syria.

HMS Tyne escorts two Russian vessels through Channel

Patrol ship HMS Tyne has escorted two Russian Ropucha class landing ships through the Channel.