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
Francois calls on Government not to cut defence spending
Mark Francois MP raised concerns about retention, the lack of urgency within Defence and the "dysfunctional" outsourced recruitment system under Capita, amongst other things.
Australia selects BAE to build nuclear powered submarines
SSN-AUKUS will be one of the largest, most powerful and advanced attack submarines ever operated by the Royal Navy and the Royal Australian Navy.
Royal Navy to 3D print spare parts for ships
The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract for two advanced 3D metal printers as part of an effort to enhance its manufacturing capabilities.
Mother and daughter who sent money to Daesh member jailed
Stella Oyella, 53, and Vanessa Atim, 32, both from east London, arranged for more than £1,800 to be sent to Joseph Ogaba, who in 2014 left the UK to join Daesh.
First Ukrainian pilots graduate from British flight training
The pilots received basic flying, ground school and language training in the UK and will one day form the first line of defence in protecting Ukraine’s skies from Putin's forces.
How many Ajax vehicles will be delivered and when?
446 Ajax vehicles are scheduled for delivery from 2024 to 2028, with deliveries varying from 93 in 2024 to 125 in 2027, plus an extra 143 vehicles set to be retrofitted and delivered by 2029.
HMS Queen Elizabeth arrives in Rosyth for repairs
HMS Queen Elizabeth has arrived in Rosyth, Scotland, for crucial repairs.
Rolls-Royce selects WSP for AUKUS expansion in Derby
Rolls-Royce today announced leading multi-disciplinary professional services consultancy WSP as its non-fissile design partner - a key milestone in the expansion of its Raynesway site.
German air force supports NATO special forces
The German Air Force’s contribution to exercise Nordic Response provides air transport, low-level flying and Special Forces airdrop capabilities with an A400M transport aircraft.
DE&S to work with McLaren Racing
DE&S’ Future Capability Innovation team will collaborate with McLaren Racing on projects across DE&S and the wider MOD.
