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
Wedgetail cuts ‘poor decision making’ blasts Akehurst
"This essential programme was vandalised by the previous Government. It is a stunning example of poor decision making", said Luke Akehurst MP.
MOD backs Typhoon export push after no new UK orders
The Ministry of Defence has said it is actively supporting export campaigns for the Typhoon combat aircraft as BAE Systems seeks to keep production lines running at Warton.
UK-EU pact sees early steps but ministers eye NATO focus
Ministers have been careful to stress that cooperation with the EU will remain complementary to NATO’s core role in European defence.
Russia seizes area larger than Manchester in one month
Defence Secretary John Healey has warned that Russian forces seized more than 550 square kilometres of Ukrainian territory last month.
RAF chief proposes European exercise zone in Baltic
Speaking at the Global Air & Space Chiefs’ Conference, Knighton called for NATO members to establish a multinational space where land, sea, air, cyber and space capabilities can be jointly exercised.
Lloyd’s Register to support British submarine fleet
Lloyd’s Register (LR) has signed a 12-month contract with the Ministry of Defence to provide in-service support for the Royal Navy’s submarine fleet.
Minister signals support for expanding RAF Wedgetail fleet
Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard signals support for expanding the RAF’s Wedgetail fleet when economic conditions allow.
Britain unveils design for new fighter jet demonstrator
Led by BAE Systems in partnership with Rolls-Royce, MBDA UK and the Ministry of Defence, the aircraft is the first crewed supersonic combat demonstrator developed in the UK in over 40 years.
Francois slams Boeing and demands clarity on Wedgetail
Shadow Defence Minister Mark Francois has issued a stark warning over the UK’s lack of airborne early warning capability, demanding urgent answers from the Ministry of Defence.
Air Marshal Harv Smyth appointed new Chief of the Air Staff
Air Marshal Harv Smyth has been appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff.
