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
MOD blasted for increasing secrecy over normally public data
"The Ministry of Defence has become demonstrably less transparent over the past decade."
Defence Committee urges Government to boost military
The Committee finds that, in the event of a prolonged high-intensity war, equipment which is even halfway viable for regeneration is better than none.
Lack of Irish security ‘back door threat to UK’ says report
A new report published today by Policy Exchange – backed by former Defence Secretaries - sets out how "Irish security freeloading" requires the UK to rediscover the strategic importance of Northern Ireland to its national security.
Babcock and Supacat launch Jackal 3 production
Babcock and Supacat have officially launched production of 70 High Mobility Transporter (HMT) Jackal 3s for the British Army.
British jets conduct new overnight bombing raid in Yemen
Last night's strike targeted weapons storage facilities, missile systems and launchers, air defence systems, and radars.
British carrier unable to deploy due to ‘mechnical issue’
HMS Queen Elizabeth, originally due to sail tonight, will now not deploy due to a mechanical issue identified in the ships starboard propeller shaft.
500 support vehicles rapidly procured for British Army
Under a £282 million contract, Rheinmetall MAN Military Vehicles will deliver 500 multipurpose trucks that will allow personnel to load flat racks onto the platform, which can carry essential logistics.
Fresh delays hit Scottish ferries
Ferguson Marine announces further delays for ferries Glen Sannox and Glen Rosa.
Huge £1.85bn contract awarded to maintain Royal Navy sonars
A new contract – worth nearly £2 billion - will ensure the long-term availability and resilience of critical assets used by Royal Navy ships and submarines over the next 15 years.
Aircraft carrier to visit Scotland
HMS Queen Elizabeth will shortly arrive in Scotland to load up on ammunition ahead of a major NATO deployment.
