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
North Korean leader’s brother, Kim Jong-nam, assasinated at Malaysian airport
The brother of Kim Jong-un, Kim Jong-nam, has been assassinated at an airport in the Malaysian capital, Kuala Lumpur.
MoD denies missing 2% NATO spending target
The Ministry of Defence has denied the United Kingdom has failed to reach NATO's defence spending target of 2% of GDP.
First Minister of Scotland challenged over shipbuilding claims
Nicola Sturgeon was criticised for her party suggesting that Britain's new Type 26 frigates would be built in Scotland if the campaign for independence was successful.
UK defence spending dips below NATO target
British defence spending was 1.98% of GDP in 2016 say the International Institute for Strategic Studies, below the 2% target set out by NATO.
Type 26 Frigate shortlisted for Australian frigate order
The Defence Secretary has discussed defence co-operation and the Type 26 Frigate with the Australian Minister for the Defence Industry, Chris Pyne.
SNP outline support for veterans
The Scottish National Party have outlined their support for veterans, running contrary to charges from other parties that they have 'no respect' for the armed forces.
HMS Dragon rescues stranded yacht crew
HMS Dragon has rescued a yacht crew in the Atlantic after being diverted from an exercise designed to prepare the ship for carrier strike group operations.
BAE to deliver vehicle mounted mortar systems to Swedish Army
BAE Systems has received a $68 million contract for the installation of vehicle mounted mortar systems on Swedish Army CV90 Infantry Fighting Vehicles.
RFA Tidespring finally on her way home
The long delayed Tide class tanker RFA Tidepsring is finally on her way home after a scheduled stop-off in Japan.
Typhoon jets intercept Russian bombers off Scotland
RAF Typhoon jets were scrambled to meet two Russian Tu-160 bombers off the coast of Shetland, a northern Scottish island archipelago.
