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
Doogan seeks answers on F-35B crash lessons learned
Dave Doogan, Shadow SNP Spokesperson for Defence, sought clarity from the Ministry of Defence concerning the steps taken following the findings of the inquiry into the loss of an F-35B Lightning.
Royal Marine Commandos to get new rifles
The Commando Force is set to receive a significant upgrade to their weaponry by acquiring the Knight’s Stoner 1 (KS-1) rifle, also known as the L403A1.
BAE Systems expands support to Ukraine with new agreements
These developments come on the heels of Ukraine and Sweden’s recent intent to cooperate on the CV90 platform, which is manufactured by BAE Systems.
King presents new colour to Royal Guard in Scotland
In a ceremony held at Balmoral Castle, King Charles, accompanied by Queen Camilla, presented the Royal Guard with a new ceremonial colour known as the Ballater Colour.
UK backs Ukraine in exposing Russian malware campaign
The UK, along with international allies, has issued a new report supporting Ukraine's claim that Russian cyber actors have been conducting a malware campaign against the Ukrainian military.
QinetiQ secures $224m contract for space development support
Avantus Federal, now known as QinetiQ US, has been awarded a five-year contract by the Space Development Agency (SDA).
First ever Challenger 2 tank lost in combat
This is the first confirmed loss of a Challenger 2 tank in Ukraine and is also the first tank of this type ever destroyed by enemy action.
NATO drones log hundreds of hours monitoring Russia
The remotely piloted RQ-4D aircraft have been capturing a vast array of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) data, crucial for the defence and deterrence activities of NATO's 31 member countries.
Frigate HMS Venturer flight deck structure near completion
Flight deck structural work is nearly complete for the first-in-class Type 31 Frigate, HMS Venturer.
RAF conducts torpedo training off Scottish coast
The aircraft, a P-8A Poseidon crewed by 120 Squadron, dropped a recoverable inert torpedo, referred to as 'REXTORP,' into the Moray Firth.
