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
Leonardo Miysis DIRCM selected to defend German C-130J fleet
The German Air Force will equip its C-130J transport fleet with Leonardo’s Miysis Directed Infrared Countermeasures (DIRCM) system, following a competitive selection process led by Lockheed Martin.
UK accelerates drone approval process for military bases
The Ministry of Defence has streamlined the approval process for operating uncrewed aerial systems on UK military bases, with over 90% of applications now cleared in under 30 days.
Ministry pledges faster forces recruitment and ‘gap year’
One initiative under development is a so-called “gap year” programme, to give young people fixed-term employment across a range of Armed Forces roles.
Commons clash over UK-France nuclear coordination
Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge had criticised the government for "such incredibly substantive matters not [warranting] a statement", and demanded answers on the agreement.
UK to deepen NATO role as US rebalances says Pollard
The UK is intensifying its military posture in Europe in response to a shifting NATO strategy and evolving US global force priorities, Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard told MPs this week.
Automated news bulletin trial shelved
This morning, UK Defence Journal trialled a new experimental tool aimed at automating the production of short-form news bulletins. We quickly found it was a terrible idea, here's why.
UK and France pledge nuclear coordination to defend Europe
Britain and France have publicly committed for the first time to coordinating their independent nuclear deterrents in response to extreme threats.
UK and France to build new missiles, deepen nuclear ties
Britain and France will jointly develop the next generation of deep-strike and anti-ship missiles to replace the Storm Shadow.
Minister open to British Army Sikh regiment proposal
A proposal to create a dedicated Sikh regiment within the British Army has resurfaced in the House of Lords, with Defence Minister Lord Coaker signalling openness to further discussions on the matter.
French paratroopers land on British soil as President visits
French paratroopers conducted a low-level airborne drop on British territory on the same day President Emmanuel Macron arrived for a State Visit.
