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
HMS Endurance to be sold
The United Kingdoms Disposal Services Authority is inviting expressions of interest for the sale of the former HMS Endurance for "further use or recycling".
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Typhoons intercept Russian bombers near British airspace
Quick Reaction Alert aircraft were scrambled from RAF Lossiemouth yesterday to intercept two supersonic Russian bombers.
Squadron Leader Jim Calvert of II(AC) Squadron said:
"Given the...
Kuwait to purchase 28 Typhoons
Kuwait has purchased 28 Typhoon jets it has been announced. Kuwait had started discussions to buy up to 28 Eurofighters in May this year.
The...
RAF recieve fourth A400M
The fourth of the UK's 22 Airbus A400M Atlas aircraft has arrived at RAF Brize Norton.
The programme is worth £2.75 billion and is on...
Netherlands to expand bombing of Islamic State into Syria
The Dutch parliament has backed the Netherlands extending air strikes against Islamic State into Syria. Like the United Kingdom, the country was previously only...
Australian assault ship completes sea trials
Australia's second Canberra class Amphibious Assault Ships, HMAS Adelaide, has completed of sea trials off the south east Australian coast
The trials reportedly centred on...
How much does it cost to run the Royal Navy?
The following list comes from a Freedom of Information request, the numbers pertain to the last financial year and are the average cost for...
Russian flagship puts in for repairs to keep her floating
The Russian Northern Fleet’s flagship, the Pyotr Veliky, is now laid up in dry dock for planned repairs to keep her at sea for...
Is Russia stepping up military presence in Syria?
Russia has confirmed it has sent personnel to Syria to oversee arms deliveries, this is believed to be the first official confirmation of an...
RAF strike kills two British Islamic State fighters
Prime Minister David Cameron revealed on Monday that British aircraft had carried out an air strike over Syria in August to kill three Islamic State...
