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
Sentinel R1 to remain in service into next decade – SDSR
In 2010 the government's previous SDSR announced its intention to "withdraw the Sentinel aircraft once it is no longer required in Afghanistan."
UK to almost double expeditionary force to 50,000
The army’s deployable expeditionary force will increase from 30,000 to 50,000 by 2025.
New maritime patrol aircraft to be based at RAF Lossiemouth
A new fleet of 9 P-8 maritime patrol aircraft is to be based at RAF Lossiemouth.
No, five frigates have not been cancelled
The Type 26 order has been cut from 13 to 8 to fund the immediate spending outlined in the SDSR. It is still expected that 13 vessels will be procured.
French offered use of British air base on Cyprus
Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that Britain is going to let France use its RAF base, RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus for bombing raids...
Typhoon life to be extended, two more squadrons to be created
The MoD have announced the life of Typhoon is to be extended to 2040 and two additional squadrons will be created, giving a total of 7 frontline squadrons.
UK to purchase 9 P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft
The Ministry of Defence have announced a £178 billion investment in defence equipment, including the purchase of 9 new Boeing P-8 maritime patrol aircraft.
Britain to purchase 138 F-35’s
Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne reportedly plans to announce that Britain is purchasing 138 F-35B aircraft.
The purchase goes far beyond what most defence analysts,...
US Marines say F-35 could deploy to Middle East
The US Marine Corps said they are capable of deploying their F-35B's to the Middle East for combat, if necessary.
UK provides further support to Ukrainian Armed Forces
The UK will provide nearly £1 million worth of equipment to the Ukraine Armed Forces (UAF) to support them through the colder months.
