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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

BAE Systems issues trading update

BAE Systems anticipates a 5-7% increase in sales.

Glasgow firm contracted for huge MOD storage facility

An £86-million storage facility the size of 12 football pitches, or 75,000 metres squared, is being built in Longtown, Cumbria.

Royal Navy aircraft carrier arrives in Scotland

The 65,000-tonne aircraft carrier is returning to Glenmallan in Scotland for a routine logistics visit.

British aircraft carrier ‘strikes’ Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania

British stealth jets have flown simulated strike missions into Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania from HMS Queen Elizabeth.

UK explains nature of military flights into Israel

The UK Defence Journal has observed frequent flights to and from Israel by British military aircraft, here's what they're doing.
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Unite the union calls for sustained investment in UK aviation

"The Combat Air sector in the UK is a vital national asset playing a critical role in delivering national security", said Unite the union.

British Army strengthening readiness for war in Europe

"We established a programme that we called Operation Mobilise to mobilise the British Army to make it ready for war in Europe".

Flares provide for stunning display over British carrier

In addition to marking the first time flares were fired from a helicopter flying from a Queen Elizabeth class carrier, it proved to be a stunning display.

RAF point finger at Boeing for E-7 Delay

The Royal Air Force has pointed the finger at aerospace giant Boeing for delays in the delivery of the critical E-7 airborne early warning capability.

Video shows British carrier group operating night and day

In an awe-inspiring display of British air and sea power, HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group have showcased their round-the-clock operational capability in a new video.