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
Can I fly a drone over Historic Scotland sites?
Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has recently come under scrutiny for claims made on their social media accounts claiming that they have the authority to restrict drone flights over their land, let's take a closer look at the reality.
Ferry yard sending workers to build skills at Frigate yard
This collaboration between Ferguson Marine and BAE Systems aims to enhance the competitiveness of the ferry shipyard and secure a sustainable future for commercial shipbuilding on the Clyde by seconding workers to the frigate shipyard to support skills diversification.
Britain denies Turkish claims over submarine cooperation
This comes after Turkish President Erdogan made a statement earlier this week, asserting that the UK was interested in partnering with Turkey on the construction of submarines.
British military aicraft assisting in Sudan evacuation
This morning, over 1,000 British military personnel evacuated embassy staff and dependants from Sudan via C-130J and A400M transport aircraft.
UK Emergency Alert fails to sound for some
"Thankfully, this was a test run & not a real emergency."
Babcock in dispute over extra Type 31 Frigate contract costs
Babcock is currently embroiled in a dispute with the Ministry of Defence over increased Type 31 frigate contract costs, with neither side able to agree on who is responsible for covering the additional costs.
Formation of Typhoon jets conduct flypast training over North Sea
As the coronation at Westminster Abbey on the 6th of May fast approaches, Typhoon jets have been spotted conducting training exercises over the North Sea in preparation for the event.
Glasgow bomb – investigations continue amid road closures
Streets remain closed in Glasgow as a precautionary search is underway following the bomb squad removing a "suspicious item" from a flat in the city.
Drone snaps toppled U.S. Navy research vessel in Edinburgh
A major incident was declared after the US Navy-owned RV Petrel became dislodged from its holdings in Leith last month, injuring 35 people. Recent drone images show cranes on the scene to help right the vessel.
Norway interested UK keeping role as major power in Europe
"We are massively interested in the United Kingdom taking its role as a major regional power in northern Europe" said Wegger Strømmen, the Norwegian Ambassador to the United Kingdom.
