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
Ireland moves to block court on secret UK ‘air defence’ deal
The Irish Government has filed an appeal against a High Court judgment that challenges its attempts to block a legal case concerning an alleged secret 'air defence' agreement with the United Kingdom.
UK stealth jets in Iceland ‘watching’ for Russian aircraft
British F-35B stealth jets will patrol Icelandic airspace to deter 'Russian aggression'.
Video shows new Ajax armoured vehicle firing on the move
The Ajax armoured vehicle has successfully completed its first firing-on-the-move exercise in the UK.
Glasgow frigate factory named Janet Harvey Hall by BAE
BAE Systems has honoured Janet Harvey, a World War II shipyard electrician, by naming their new shipbuilding facility in Glasgow the Janet Harvey Hall.
Drone shots show progress of HMS Cardiff before launch
Drone shots show HMS Cardiff, the second Type 26 Frigate being built in Scotland, before the vessel enters the water for the first time.
New cranes arrive for Glasgow frigate factory
New 100-tonne gantry cranes were delivered to the Govan shipyard today, marking a major milestone in the construction of the new state-of-the-art shipbuilding hall.
New frigate gets pennant number before launch in Glasgow
The latest Type 26 Frigate, HMS Cardiff, has received pennant number F89 as it nears launch.
U.S. and Netherlands strike deal for JASSM-ER missiles
The system is designed to destroy high-value, well-defended targets from a significant standoff range.
Norway joins UK Pacific deployment of ‘lethal’ carrier group
Norway will join the UK’s Carrier Strike Group deployment to Japan and the Indo-Pacific region in 2025, Defence Secretary John Healey announced today.
Italian jets conduct alpha scramble from Lithuanian air base
The Italian jets, based at Šiauliai Air Base in Lithuania, intercepted and escorted two Russian MIG-29s flying over international waters in the Baltic Sea near Alliance territory.
