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
Packing a punch – Footage shows impact of Martlet missile
Footage from the terminal phase of the first in-service night firing of Martlet has been published by 815 Naval Air Squdron
Currently ‘no date’ for new Faslane floating docks
The Ministry of Defence has provided an update on the plans for two new floating docks to maintain submarines at Faslane in Scotland.
MOD confirm more Britsh weapons on F-35 by end of decade
British F-35B jets were to be equipped with Meteor missiles by the 'middle of this decade' originally.
Figures show Royal Navy not meeting recruitment targets
Over the past thirteen years, the gap between recruitment targets and actual intake in the Royal Navy and Royal Marines has increased significantly.
Why Britain needs a larger navy
William Freer and James Rogers make the case for a larger navy.
Britain has zero active naval supply ships for first time
For the first time ever in the modern era, the Royal Navy has no active supply ships and currently depends entirely on allies for the replenishment of stores, including ammunition, at sea.
British troops to ‘lead NATO’s first line of defence’
The British Army will deploy to test and strengthen the readiness of British forces in defending NATO.
A breakdown of British forces deploying in Europe
With the news that 20,000 British troops, tanks, artillery, jets, attack helicopters, submarines, warships and even an aircraft carrier are to deploy around Europe, we take a look at what is going where.
Britain deploying 20,000 troops across Europe to deter Russia
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has announced that 20,000 service personnel from the British Armed Forces will deploy across Europe to take part in Exercise Steadfast Defender 24.
Stunning shots show HMS Penzance as ship leaves service
Drone shots taken by expert photographer Dave Cullen show HMS Penzance in Leith as the Sandown class minehunter leaves Royal Navy service.
