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
NATO warships arrive in Glasgow ahead of Strike Warrior
A number of NATO warships have arrived in Glasgow ahead of Exercise Strike Warrior, a major multinational naval exercise set to take place off the coast of Scotland.
UK surveillance aircraft patrols entire NATO eastern border
The UK has become the first nation to fly a 'spy plane' the full length of NATO's eastern border, from its southern most point in Greece, to the most northerly point in Finland.
Teen arrested in connection with TfL cyber attack
The National Crime Agency (NCA) has arrested a 17-year-old in Walsall as part of an investigation into a cyber attack targeting Transport for London (TfL).
Nuclear strike training to take place in skies over UK
Nuclear training flights will take place over Belgium, the Netherlands, Denmark, the United Kingdom and the North Sea.
Challenger 3 tank programme on track amid defence review
The Ministry of Defence has addressed questions about the future of the Challenger 3 programme, providing assurances about its progress even as the Strategic Defence Review proceeds.
RAF squadron to finally get autonomous combat drones
The RAF's 216 Squadron, initially formed for drone trials but lacking drones, is now set to transition into deploying new autonomous drones in 2025.
Norwegian tanker refuels British carrier haead of exercise
HNOMS Maud provided fuel to the UK's aircraft carrier while operating under NATO's coordinated maritime command structure.
UK evaluating optimal deployment strategy for aircraft carriers
"There is no doubt that we will look at the future capabilities we need, in respect of how those carriers are deployed and where they should be deployed", said Lord Coaker.
MOD details state of forces accommodation in Aldershot
The Ministry of Defence assessed that 96.6% of Service Family Accommodation and 66% of Single Living Accommodation in Aldershot meet high standards but indicated no major upgrades are planned for this financial year.
Government questioned on RFA pay, recruitment, and retention
A series of Parliamentary questions have addressed concerns about the ongoing pay dispute, recruitment challenges, and retention efforts within the Royal Fleet Auxiliary.
