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
UK Defence Journal enters top 10 trustworthy UK news sites
For the first time, the UK Defence Journal has made it onto a list of the top ten most trustworthy and popular news websites in the UK as rated by NewsGuard, an information credibility tool."
Australia to manufacture high energy laser system
QinetiQ Australia has been awarded a $12.9 million contract to collaborate with the Australian Department of Defence to co-develop and manufacture a high energy defensive laser system prototype in South Australia.
Belgium, UK initiate MQ-9B international cooperation
Belgium and the United Kingdom have signed a 'Memorandum of Understanding' to facilitate collaboration and cooperation on their respective MQ-9B programmes.
British F-35 jets receive £161m support contract
The contract will see BAE Systems deliver technical support and training for the UK’s fleet of F-35 fighter jets for the next four and a half years.
Rosyth strike threatens to delay Type 31 Frigates
Unite the union announced today that approximately 100 members employed by construction contractor Kaefer Limited are planning a 12-week strike at the Rosyth dockyard.
Images show progress on first Type 26 Frigate in Glasgow
Images show progress on HMS Glasgow, the first of eight Type 26 frigates being built on the Clyde, as the vessel is fitted out.
Minister ‘no doubts’ over future of Scottish shipbuilding
Defence Minister Alex Chalk dismissed hypothetical questions over Scottish independence, telling the UK Defence Journal that "Scotland's place in the union is secure" and that the "lights of Scottish shipbuilding are burning brighter than ever".
Royal Marines deploy to South Korea
For the first time since the Korean War, Royal Marines have deployed to the Korean peninsula.
New frigate coming together at BAE shipyard in Glasgow
The Type 26 Frigate is number two of eight being built at the yard and will soon be rolled out to be joined to the forward section on the hard standing.
More Ukrainian soldiers complete artillery training in UK
A second group of Ukrainian soldiers has successfully concluded their training on the powerful AS90 155mm self-propelled guns Britain is donating to Ukraine.
