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
Royal Navy scrap plans to test laser weapon on frigate
The test of a directed energy weapon on a Type 23 frigate was scrapped to reallocate resources and focus on the wider Directed Energy Weapons Programme.
Assault ships HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark to remain in service
Both ships were reported to have been considered for early retirement to free up sailors for other vessels amid a recruitment crisis in the armed forces.
RAF Voyager tanker in tyre blow out scare
The crew used the aircraft’s external cameras to assess the damage and also sought a visual inspection from a US Air Force F-16 fighter jet participating in the exercise.
Britain to test fire Trident nuclear missile
HMS Vanguard, one of the Royal Navy's four Trident nuclear weapon-carrying submarines, will shortly conduct the test firing of an unarmed Trident D5 ballistic missile in the Atlantic Ocean.
Ukraine missile painted with ‘From Paris with love’
A French-supplied SCALP cruise missile mounted on a Ukrainian Su-24 has been pictured sporting the text "De Paris avec amour, Rachysty, allez en enfer", which translates as 'From Paris with love, Russia go to hell'.
Defence Committee welcomes assurances on assault ships
HMS Albion and HMS Bulwark will remain in service well into the 2030s.
The British Army’s own Traitor
Lance Corporal Harry Clark of the British Army emerged victorious in the latest series of the BBC’s 'The Traitors,' captivating the nation with his composure.
New ship arrives at new home Faslane naval base
RFA Stirling Castle, a new vessel that will operate autonomous minehunting vessels as a 'mothership', has arrived at her new home HMNB Clyde in Scotland.
Royal Irish train for deployment by air
The exercise was geared towards equipping troops with the skills necessary for rapid deployment and operational readiness as part of their role within 16 Air Assault Brigade.
Upgrade planned for Merlin HM2 radar
The focus is on enhancing the aircraft's capability for helicopter-based surface search, primarily for general maritime surveillance.
