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George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison

British RC-135 aircraft monitors Russian naval base

A Royal Air Force RC-135 'Rivet Joint' intelligence gathering aircraft has once again been operating in international airspace near the headquarters of the Russian Northern Fleet.

Britain ‘recapitalising’ M270 missile launcher system

The system will be upgraded with better armour and the ability to fire a wider range of longer-range missiles.

British presence in Indo-Pacific outlined

The Ministry of Defence has outlined the British military presence in the Indo-Pacific, pointing out that it has grown in recent years.

Scottish services involved in Trident convoy planning

The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that Scottish emergency services have held recent discussions on the safety of convoys carrying Trident nuclear weapons driving on roads in Scotland.

Hawk engine issues will ‘have impact’ on fast jet training

Following the crash of a Hawk jet last year, ongoing rectification work "will have an impact on UK Fast Jet training output over the next three years".

Royal Navy detail their role in Queen’s funeral

The Royal Navy say that more than 1,000 sailors and Royal Marines are undergoing final preparations for their pivotal role in the Queen’s funeral after days of intensive training.

Compensation paid out relating to the Ajax armoured vehicle

The total amount of compensation paid out as a result of claims related to issues with the troubled Ajax armoured vehicle is currently £12,320.

C-17 flies The Queen from Edinburgh to London

A Royal Air Force C-17 transport aircraft has carried Her Majesty The Queen from Edinburgh to London.

Full Operating Capability for British F-35 jets delayed

Full Operating Capability for the British F-35 fleet was planned for 2023, it has now slipped by two years to 2025.

British jet monitors Russian forces in occupied Ukraine

A British RC-135 'Rivet Joint', a dedicated electronic surveillance aircraft, is once again conducting surveillance of Russian forces in occupied Ukraine.