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
BAE awarded $4bn for next phase of nuclear submarine project
The Ministry of Defence has awarded £3.95 billion to BAE Systems for the next phase of the UK's next-generation nuclear-powered attack submarine programme.
British Army tests battlefield support to helicopters
"The concept is nothing new, but this is the first time it's been done in the field to enable and sustain 1st Aviation Brigade Combat Team."
Novichok clean-up team heads to Europe for exercise
Personnel previously involved in the 2018 Salisbury Novichok Incident clean-up are now actively participating in NATO's annual 'Toxic Trip' Exercise.
Trident nuclear missile test launched by submarine
It is essential to note that the missile fired by the USS Louisiana was a test missile and as such, was not armed.
British carrier jets train to defend ‘entirety of Finland’
British F-35B jets launched from aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth have been conducting air combat training in collaboration with the Finnish and Swedish Armed Forces during Exercise #RUSKA23.
First new British Protector drone arrives on UK soil
The RAF's first Protector RG Mk1, shipped via a AN-124 transport aircraft, landed at RAF Waddington from Southern California this morning.
Leonardo unveil new British ‘Proteus’ helicopter drone
The 'Proteus' demonstrator is expected to fly within the next year or two.
British Army engineers show why bridges win wars
"There are an awful lot of big rivers in Europe, so if we are going to keep on the move, and killing the enemy, a core part of that is getting across those big spans of water."
Britain flexes rapid deployment of rocket artillery
The UK has demonstrated its ability to rapidly deploy rocket artillery after an A400M Atlas swiftly delivered MLRS during the recent Cobra Warrior exercise.
Troubled Ajax armoured vehicle project ‘in recovery’
Ajax’s Initial Operating Capability of a trained and deployable squadron is to be achieved between July and December 2025.
