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
Labour calls for UK rearmament and end to military cuts
Shadow Defence Secretary John Healey has called for Britain to rearm and urged the Government to boost efforts to reinforce Ukraine while also calling for an end to British military budget cuts.
British Poseidon aircraft get new rescue capability
A Royal Air Force Poseidon MRA1 maritime patrol aircraft recently demonstrated its capability to deploy search and rescue equipment designed to support up to 100 individuals in maritime distress.
RAF hoping for more E-7 Wedgetail early warning aircraft
The Air Chief Marshal stood by the decision to purchase three of the type but stated that the aspiration for the future fleet is five aircraft.
UK deploys Search & Rescue teams to Turkey after earthquakes
The United Kingdom is deploying emergency response teams to Turkey to support ongoing rescue efforts in the wake of the recent earthquakes.
Ukrainian troops ‘quick to master’ Challenger tanks
Tank crews from Ukraine have been "quick to master" the controls of the mighty Challenger 2 tank, say the Ministry of Defence.
HMS Queen Elizabeth arrives in Scotland to load ammunition
The aircraft carrier is heading to Glenmallan in Scotland, where it will restock its ammunition supply.
Video of America shooting down suspected Chinese spy balloon
The U.S. military has shot down a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon.
British aircraft in the Irish Sea heading to Scotland
HMS Queen Elizabeth is currently in the Irish Sea exercising with Texan training aircraft from RAF Valley in Wales on her way north to Scotland to take on ammunition.
Umoe Mandal contracted for more Type 26 Frigate masts
BAE Systems has contracted Norwegian shipyard Umoe Mandal to deliver advanced lightweight composite mast structures for the second batch of five Type 26 Frigates.
Tanks retain ‘central role’ in British Army vision of future
"No existing capability can match the tactical utility or strategic influence of armoured forces."
