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
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.
Iraq seizes Canadian Forces aircraft
Iraqi officials temporarily seized a military aircraft carrying weapons for Canadian special forces in Kurdistan.
Typhoon to get Storm Shadow, Meteor in 2018
According to Philip Dunne, Minister of State for Defence Procurement, Typhoon is to receive Storm Shadow and Meteor in 2018.
WATCH: British Forces assist stricken cruise liner in Falklands
British forces based in the Falkland Islands yesterday responded to a distress call by the 10,000 tonne cruise ship ‘Le Boreal’.
£1.3Bn contract awarded for nuclear submarine
A £1.3 billion contract to build the latest Astute Class attack submarine, HMS Anson, has been awarded by the Ministry of Defence.
Prime Minister to get aircraft for official trips
The use of an RAF Voyager aircraft is expected to save about £775,000 per year as the plane will be cheaper than chartering flights.
Defence Select Committee SDSR inquiry near completion
The Defence Select Committees major inquiry ahead of the forthcoming SDSR into the potential threats facing the UK is reported to be near completion.
HMS Defender to support French carrier group
Royal Navy warship HMS Defender will support the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle when she deploys to tackle IS.
Falkland Islands ‘Le Boréal’ cruise ship incident update
The Royal Navy, Royal Air Force and Falkland Islands emergency services have evacuated hundreds of passengers from the French flagged vessel Le Boréal.
South Korea purchase additional Harpoon missiles
The US government have approved the sale of submarine-launched Harpoon missiles and associated equipment to South Korea.
