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George Allison

George Allison
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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

British drone strike kills terrorist in Syria

A British Reaper drone has used a Hellfire missile to destroy an Islamic State terrorist on a motorcycle in northern Syria.

Britain to donate more air defence missiles to Ukraine

Britain is set to donate hundreds more air defence missiles to Ukraine, including AMRAAM missiles, that are capable of shooting down Russian cruise missiles.

Typhoon jets escort Jet2 airliner after bomb threat

Jet 2 flight ‘EXS49Y’ from Dalaman to Manchester was escorted to Stansted Airport by Typhoon fighters last night due to a suspected bomb threat.

Typhoon jets escort airliner to Stansted airport

Jet 2 flight 'EXS49Y' inbound from Dalaman has been diverted to London Stansted Airport by fighter jets.

Drone footage shows American nuclear submarine in Scotland

Drone footage shows the USS Califorinia, an American nuclear-powered submarine, sailing down the River Clyde after leaving Faslane naval base in Scotland.

Serco awarded Typhoon aircraft test capability contracts

Serco has been awarded two new contracts to supply Serco-designed 'General Purpose Support Equipment' to the Royal Air Force and the Spanish Air Force.

How long does it take to train a British military pilot?

The Ministry of Defence has revealed how long it takes to train fast jet, heavy lift and rotary wing pilots.

British warship in £15m drugs bust

Type 23 Frigate HMS Montrose delivered her fifth blow to drug runners in the Middle East this year so far.

Norwegian submarine visits Scotland

A Norwegian submarine is the third international visitor to the base near Glasgow in as many weeks.

British aircraft carrier finally on way to Scotland for repairs

Aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales has departed from Portsmouth heading to Rosyth for repairs.