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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Footage shows transport aircraft flying through Mach Loop

Footage shows A400M (Tail ZM417) meandering through the hills over Dolgellau and the Mach Loop.

British jets and American bomber work together over North Sea

British Typhoon and F-35 jets have flown with an American B-1B bomber over the North Sea.

British Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft trains in Iceland

A Poseidon P8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft based at RAF Lossiemouth has conducted training with the United States Navy and the Icelandic Coast Guard flying from Keflavik Iceland.

Any Russian attack on NATO faces ‘overwhelming response’

Britain's defence chief reminded Russia that NATO air forces – which outnumber Russia’s 3 to 1 – would quickly establish air superiority and that NATO warships would bottle up the Russian Navy.
HMS Diamond (Photo credit: Dominic Roe)

HMS Diamond and a case study on disinformation

A false tweet regarding HMS Diamond being hit by Houthi rockets is the perfect case study in understanding the dynamics of disinformation.

UK and allies expose tactics of Russian cyber actors

Malicious cyber actors linked to Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service are adapting their techniques in response to the increasing shift to cloud-based infrastructure.

Allies vessels join British carrier strike group

NATO warships have joined HMS Prince of Wales for the start of exercises off the UK coast.

NATO Submarine Rescue System relocation contract announced

The contract aims to address unforeseen structural issues at the current base that have limited access and affected the contractor's ability to maintain the NSRS's readiness.

New frigate takes shape in Rosyth frigate factory

The warship's progress has been remarkable, with significant development made in less than 24 months since its keel was laid.

New British helicopter programme moves into next phase

The next stage of the New Medium Helicopter (NMH) Programme has been announced.