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
MOD £84.4m F-35B loss in list of 2022-23 financial setbacks
Substantial losses and payments include £84.4 million for F-35B aircraft loss and £14.9 million in Personal Injury Settlements.
Ukrainian divers being trained in Scotland to defuse mines
Ukrainian forces are being trained by Royal Navy divers and explosives experts on the safe neutralisation of Russian mines, booby traps, and other explosive devices.
Voyager showcases versatility in Pacific Air Exercise
Voyager demonstrated multiple functionalities in the recent Exercise Mobility Guardian 23 in the western Pacific.
No change in rollout for Challenger 3 tanks, says MoD
The number of Challenger 3 tanks will., however, remain under review to ensure the Army's Main Battle Tank fleet meets needs.
Britain to speed up purchase of new artillery
The Ministry of Defence is exploring the accelerated procurement of the Mobile Fires Platform Programme, the long-term replacement for AS90.
Report highlights growing importance of defence in Arctic
The Scottish Affairs Committee calls on the UK Government to re-assess its defence presence in Scotland in the face of new threats in the North Atlantic and High North region, as it publishes the third report of its inquiry into Defence in Scotland.
Contracts placed to directly replace munitions given to Ukraine
The contracts secured so far include orders for anti-tank weapons, Starstreak high-velocity missiles, lightweight multirole missiles, Javelin missiles, Brimstone missiles, 155-millimetre artillery rounds and 5.56-millimetre rifle rounds.
Industry pushes for action on Shipbuilding Strategy
UK maritime sector and shipbuilding industry representatives have urged the government to act on eight recommendations designed to advance the National Shipbuilding Strategy.
Princess Royal visits assault ship HMS Albion in Scotland
HMS Albion proudly hosted a special visitor during its recent stop in Scotland.
Martlet achieves progress in operating capabilities
The latest data release from the Ministry of Defence indicates a positive shift in the Martlet programme, part of the Future Anti-Surface Guided Weapons project.
