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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

Royal Navy seizes £300m of drugs in Caribbean

HMS Trent seized £290.66m of cocaine in two huge blows to drug runners in the Caribbean.

Royal Marines help climber in Lake District

Two Royal Marines helped rescue a climber who had fallen 65ft down a Lake District fell.

What steps are being taken to speed up Ajax?

Efforts to speed up the delivery of the troubled Ajax armoured vehicles have been outlined by the Ministry of Defence.

Harland & Wolff preferred bidder on Falklands port project

The project will involve the construction, transportation and installation of four floating pontoons of circa 90 metres each in length.

UK outlines when Destroyers will get missile upgrades

Initial Operating Capability for the upgrades is scheduled for February 2028.

Stunning images show Northern Lights above British carrier

A series of awe-inspiring images show the Northern Lights above HMS Prince of Wales.

New drone trials squadron has no drones

Due to "competing resource requirements", 216 Squadron has not conducted any drone trials despite being formed in 2020 for that purpose.

Commando fliers undertake unusual supply mission

Commando aviators performed an unusual delivery mission – saving locals weeks of effort in brutal conditions.

U.S. and Jordan drop aid directly into Gaza

U.S. C-130s dropped over 38,000 meals along the coastline of Gaza, allowing for civilian access to the critical aid.

An independent Scotland, NATO & nukes – The problem

The position of the Scottish Government regarding Faslane could make joining NATO very difficult, if not impossible.