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 to build huge new £20m anti-jamming test facility
The facility, known as the "silent hangar," will be capable of housing large military assets such as Protector drones, Chinook helicopters, and F-35 fighter jets for testing against electronic warfare threats.
Palestinian activists jailed for Glasgow arms factory damage
Five pro-Palestinian activists have been jailed after causing over £1 million in damage during a protest at a weapons equipment factory in Glasgow, despite the site not carrying out work for Israel.
Type 45 Destroyer has spent most of its life in maintenance
HMS Daring, the Royal Navy's first Type 45 destroyer, has now spent more time in maintenance and refits than in active service.
British special forces work with U.S. nuclear sub in Med Sea
The Ohio-class guided-missile submarine USS Georgia has completed a series of high-stakes training exercises in the Mediterranean Sea, working alongside British Special Forces.
Royal Navy’s Coastal Forces Squadron honoured with award
They deployed six vessels at any one time to ensure the safety of navigation and recover migrants attempting to reach the UK, often in collaboration with the Maritime Coastguard Agency and RNLI.
New warship and submarine agreement to boost SME involvement
Small British businesses are set to benefit from a significant new agreement designed to enhance the readiness of the UK's warships and submarines, according to a recent announcement by Defence Minister Maria Eagle.
No British attack submarines at sea for over 47 days
It has been 47 days since any of Britain's nuclear-powered attack submarines were last deployed, and 121 days since a submarine from the new Astute-class was at sea.
UK approves new hydrographic survey solution from EIVA
The containerised remotely operated towed vehicle solution, created by Danish subsea engineering firm EIVA, is the first of its kind and completed tests just six months after the contract was awarded.
New £12m shipbuilding skills academy opens in Glasgow
BAE Systems has announced the opening of a £12 million training facility at its Scotstoun shipyard in Glasgow, a move vital to sustaining Scotland's shipbuilding workforce.
Senior British Army officer to lead UK Space Command
Major General Paul Tedman, a senior officer in the British Army, has been appointed as the new leader of UK Space Command.
