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
HMS Victorious arrives in Plymouth for refit
Preparation work has started on nuclear submarine HMS Victorious ahead of her planned major refit.
British jets intercept 21 Russian aircraft near NATO airspace
Royal Air Force Typhoon fighters providing Quick Reaction Alert (QRA) aircraft for the NATO Baltic Air Policing mission in Estonia have been scrambled to respond to Russian aircraft 21 times in the last 21 days.
The myth that nukes are in Scotland to keep England safe
Misconceptions can often take root and spread quickly, one incorrect claim is that the UK stores all of its nukes in Scotland because they're too dangerous to keep in England.
Alarm raised over readiness of UK armed forces
A recent session the House of Commons Defence Committee raised critical concerns about the readiness of the UK's armed forces.
‘Not enough frigates’ says Defence Sub-Committee
The central theme under examination at the meeting was the intricate balance between the procurement of domestically manufactured, high-end equipment and the acquisition of off-the-shelf alternatives.
Russia using dolphins to defend Crimea
The animals are part of Russia's measures to secure the Sevastopol port in Crimea, the main base of its Black Sea Fleet.
Type 26 Frigate project spurs opportunities for UK shipyards
Shipyards, including Ferguson Marine in Port Glasgow, have been contracted for steelwork fabrication for a limited number of units to support the delivery of the Type 26 programme.
The Scottish Greens are wasting your time on Trident
The Scottish Greens' unfeasible Trident proposal disrespects voters, wasting time on political theatre and distraction. This undermines the critical debate on nuclear weapons in Scotland no matter which side you are on.
British aircraft continue to supply Ukraine with firepower
The supply flights started before the invasion and have not stopped since. However, they now land in Poland near the Ukrainian border.
Drone shots show Type 26 Frigate Cardiff emerge in Glasgow
Following the forward section's emergence, the aft section of HMS Cardiff is set to roll out of the build hall in Glasgow in the coming days.
