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
Employers recognised for their support for the Armed Forces
The scheme is designed to recognise and thank employers who are supporting Armed Forces personnel and their families.
NATO capability enhancement training continues in Estonia
In a change from its usual role, providing air defence to the Falkland Islands, the British Army’s 16th Regiment Royal Artillery have deployed to...
HMS St Albans returns to Portsmouth after nine-month deployment
After a nine-month deployment, Type 23 frigate HMS St Albans has returned home to cheering crowds and happy families.
India without aircraft carrier for eight months
India will not have an operational aircraft carrier for the next eight months.
Repair ship RFA Diligence to be sold
The Disposal Services Authority is inviting expressions of interest for the sale of RFA Diligence, years before the vessel was due to leave service.
Firm ‘hounding British troops’ has access to public money axed
The MoD have commented on claims that a legal firm which spent years ‘hounding British troops’ has had its access to public money axed.
British jets blitz Islamic State in major push
Over the past week, British combat aircraft have engaged Islamic State heavily from the air. Tornado, Typhoon and Reaper aircraft have all been utilised.
North Korea launches ballistic missile, lands near Japan
It has been reported that North Korea has launched two ballistic missiles, with one landing near Japan for the first time.
F/A-18C Hornet crashes during training in Nevada, US
The aircraft, an F/A-18C, was about 10 miles southeast of Fallon, Nevada and returning to base when the jet crashed around 10:45 am local time.
Tornado jets strike Saddam Hussein’s former palace
A pair of Tornado jets struck a headquarters and training centre for Islamic State recruits, which was located in a former palace of Saddam Hussein.
