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
Soldiers help save drowning man in Swansea Bay
Three Army Reservists from the 157 Regiment Royal Logistics Corps rushed to the rescue of a man found drowning in the sea.
Britain to deploy Carrier Strike Group to India next year
The UK's Littoral Response Group will sail to Indian Ocean Region later this year, with plans for the Carrier Strike Group to visit the following year.
Paveway – The bomb used to blast Houthi targets in Yemen
For ground attack missions, Typhoon is armed with the GPS/laser-guided Paveway IV bombs, bombs which a flight of the jets used to great effect last night.
British jets carry out air strikes against targets in Yemen
Typhoon jets have fired Storm Shadow missiles, hitting multiple targets in Yemen after Houthi forces ignored demands to halt activies against ships in the Red Sea.
Defence Committee announces session on assault ships
The Defence Committee will hold an evidence session on recent reports that Defence Secretary Grant Shapps is considering retiring HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark.
Largest attack on Royal Navy warship in decades
British warship, Type 45 Destroyer HMS Diamond, shot down seven incoming attack drones with her missiles and guns
Drone shot down over British aircraft carrier in Sweden
In mid-October, HMS Queen Elizabeth was in Gothenburg when a drone entered the protected area around the warship and was eliminated.
Britain keeps options open to send carrier to Middle East
"At present, an aircraft carrier is not tasked to the Middle East. However, the UK Carrier Strike Group remains ready to respond."
Heavy Machine Guns and armour stolen from MoD
The Ministry of Defence has revealed the theft and loss of a range of defence assets, including decommissioned heavy machine guns and VIRTUS helmets.
Sea Viper – A guide to the missile protecting the Red Sea
In light of the recent events involving HMS Diamond shooting down attack drones in the Red Sea, we believe our readers would benefit from a deeper understanding of the system.
