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George Allison
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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 Queen Elizabeth’s first compartment handed over

9J, a logistics compartment deep inside HMS Queen Elizabeth, will serve as a temporary training facility for the Damage Control Officer.

RAF pilot lands jet despite loss of eyesight

An RAF pilot was guided into landing his jet by a colleague in another aircraft after suffering a loss of vision it has been reported.

Type 45 Destroyer engine problems to be resolved

Many media outlets have reported that the Type 45 Destroyer fleet is to have their engines replaced, despite this being announced in November.

What is SPEAR Cap 3 and why is it important?

SPEAR Cap 3 is a medium-range, mini-cruise missile designed for internal carriage by the F-35 for use against a wide array of targets on land and at sea.

The F-35 ejector seat non-issue

"A range of ejector seat design solutions are being developed and these are expected to be in place before the aircraft enters service in the UK."

94% of steel used in new carriers sourced from UK mills

It has been revealed that only 6% of the steel used in the Queen Elizabeth class came from overseas.

Royal Navy to receive new navigation radar systems

New navigation radar systems will be fitted to more than 60 Royal Navy ships, submarines and shore facilities as part of a £44 million contract.

MoD again confirm UK retains operational control of Trident

Media claims that the UK needs US permission to fire Trident missiles has forced the MoD to once more confirm UK control.

Major anti-terrorism exercise in Glasgow completed

A shopping centre in the Glasgow area was the scene for a training exercise to test the response of the emergency services to a major firearms attack.

Active shooter reported at San Diego Naval Medical Centre

Active shooter in San Diego Naval Medical Center, occupants advised to "run, hide, or fight."