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 confirm plans for 19 frigates and destroyers
The recent commitment to a 19-ship Royal Navy escort fleet omits mention of the anticipated Type 32 frigates.
Amazing footage captures Typhoon’s view as it lands on road
Footage from a GoPro has captured the view from inside a British Typhoon fighter as it lands on a road in Finland as part of an exercise.
British frigate HMS Iron Duke hosts King
HMS Iron Duke played host to the King and Queen during the final leg of their three-day State Visit to France.
820 Squadron joins carrier to deter ‘unfriendly submarines’
820 Naval Air Squadron recently embarked onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth, underscoring a clear message to unfriendly submarines: the flagship will be closely guarded.
NATO conducts major electronic warfare exercise
British Falcon DA-20 aircraft and Spanish AV8B Harriers worked alongside the JEWCS-fitted ESPS Vigia, presenting a variety of genuine threats against which NATO warships were tested.
UK equips Ukraine with mine disposal expertise
The training involves lessons on clearing land, trenches, bunkers, and civilian structures.
Grant Shapps accused of silencing personnel
"The Defence Secretary is silencing personnel and trying to sweep their problems under the rug", say Labour.
MOD vehicles exempted from London ULEZ
The Ministry of Defence has clarified its stance on the potential impact of the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) expansion on non-compliant military vehicles.
British carrier jets train for counter-air and strike missions
Over day and night sorties, F-35 jets from HMS Queen Elizabeth have carried out Offensive Counter Air activity, strike missions and escort packages.
Tory MP inexplicably asks for nuclear powered frigates
In a recent parliamentary query, Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell raised eyebrows with a question about converting Royal Navy warships from diesel power... to nuclear power.
