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
Many dead as blasts, gunfire rock Istanbul Airport
Explosions and gunfire have erupted in the international flight terminal of Istanbul Airport.
No Type 26 Frigate deal unless it is ‘value for money’
The Type 26 Frigate contract will not be signed until it offers "value for money", Defence Secretary Michael Fallon has said.
F-35s pound F-15s in mock dogfights
It has been revealed that F-15s were unable to shoot down F-35s in multiple dogfights during a deployment exercise.
‘No current plans’ to integrate British weapons onto P-8 Poseidon
It has been revealed that the British P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft will not, at first, feature British weapons.
In November 2015, the UK announced...
F-35A almost combat ready
The first deployment exercise for the F-35A confirmed that the jet is on track to reach initial operational capability later this year.
British Forces continue to help Tunisia fight violent extremism
British military support to counter-IED training in Tunisia has been extended for an additional year, the Defence Secretary has announced.
BREXIT: International officials stress ‘no impact’ on NATO
Britain's vote to leave the EU will not impact the NATO alliance, US Secretary of State John Kerry predicts "an even stronger NATO going forward".
Storm Shadow cruise missile used against Islamic State for first time
The Storm Shadow cruise missile has been fired against an Islamic State target for the first time, destroying a bunker in Iraq.
HMS Dragon’s visit to Wales cancelled due to engine problems
Type 45 Destroyer HMS Dragon was due to dock in Cardiff on Friday but it has been reported that "propulsion problems" mean the ship...
MoD respond to claims regarding £11.5 billion Type 26 deal
It has been reported that the MoD has rejected BAE's offer to reduce the cost of the Type 26 programme by £275 million and...
