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
RAF aircraft numbers drop by 22% in seven years
The fleet has reduced from 724 aircraft in service in 2016 to 564 in 2023, which represents a reduction of approximately 22%.
HMS Hurworth ‘opens fire’ on South Coast
After an upgrade to her force protection weapons, the crew of HMS Hurworth practised their gunnery.
British troops move across Europe to deter Russia
Soldiers from 7th Light Mechanised Brigade Combat Team - also known as The Desert Rats - are among 40,000 troops from across the NATO alliance taking part in Exercise Steadfast Defender 2024.
Stunning drone shows show large Spanish vessel in Scotland
Cantabria is the second-largest naval ship currently operated by the Spanish Navy, behind Juan Carlos I.
New paper releasing on defence in an independent Scotland
A new policy paper – ‘An independent Scotland’s place in the world’, will set out the Scottish Government's proposals defence and security as a full NATO member.
Royal Navy teams with Japan to battle cyber attacks
The team battled attacks on national infrastructure amid an ongoing insurgency in a mock island state.
British frigate returns to sea after revamp
HMS St Albans will spend the next few weeks flashing up her systems and testing her improved/refurbished machinery in the Channel.
Flares light up British aircraft carrier
A Merlin helicopter from 820 Naval Air Squadron loaded and fired flares from HMS Prince of Wales, while embarked for Exercise Steadfast Defender.
Look at plans for new warship museum on the Clyde
Scotland is set to anchor a groundbreaking attraction on the River Clyde, promising to offer insight into the Falklands War and Glasgow's storied shipbuilding heritage.
British nuclear missile submarine set for £560m upgrades
The overhaul of HMS Victorious will allow the boat to carry out deterrent patrols until the next generation of submarines, the Dreadnought-class, enter service.
