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
820 Squadron joins carrier to deter ‘unfriendly submarines’
820 Naval Air Squadron recently embarked onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth, underscoring a clear message to unfriendly submarines: the flagship will be closely guarded.
NATO conducts major electronic warfare exercise
British Falcon DA-20 aircraft and Spanish AV8B Harriers worked alongside the JEWCS-fitted ESPS Vigia, presenting a variety of genuine threats against which NATO warships were tested.
UK equips Ukraine with mine disposal expertise
The training involves lessons on clearing land, trenches, bunkers, and civilian structures.
Grant Shapps accused of silencing personnel
"The Defence Secretary is silencing personnel and trying to sweep their problems under the rug", say Labour.
MOD vehicles exempted from London ULEZ
The Ministry of Defence has clarified its stance on the potential impact of the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expansion on non-compliant military vehicles.
British carrier jets train for counter-air and strike missions
Over day and night sorties, F-35 jets from HMS Queen Elizabeth have carried out Offensive Counter Air activity, strike missions and escort packages.
Tory MP inexplicably asks for nuclear powered frigates
In a recent parliamentary query, Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell raised eyebrows with a question about converting Royal Navy warships from diesel power... to nuclear power.
Electric Vehicles and the Rail Network
The escalating energy crisis, underscored by soaring gas and electricity prices, poses significant challenges but also opportunities for the rail sector. ScotRail's initiative in Scotland provides an excellent case study.
Spanish naval vessels recorded 11 times in Gibraltar waters
It has been revealed that Spanish naval vessels have been recorded in Gibraltarian territorial waters on 11 occasions over the past six months.
British aircraft carrier arrives in the United States
Planned trials revolve around cutting-edge technology, including F-35 Lightning stealth fighters, Osprey tilt-rotors, and the advanced Mojave drone.
