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
Red Arrows launch plans for 60th ‘Diamond Season’
The Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team has officially launched their diamond anniversary campaign today.
HMS Prince of Wales to sail on Sunday
The aircraft carrier is due to depart from Portsmouth Harbour at 12:15 pm, taking over responsibilities from HMS Queen Elizabeth in a NATO exercise that involves more than 40 vessels.
UK ‘committed ‘ to help raising $411bn to rebuild Ukraine
The UK has committed over £4.7 billion in non-military support to Ukraine's reconstruction.
Over 125,000 applicants rejected from British Army
The 125,861 rejections over the last five years includes 23,763 Commonwealth applicants turned away "due to lack of vacancies" and 76,187 rejected on medical grounds.
Could an airship solve travel woes in the Scottish Islands?
A study to examine the case for introducing Airlander 10 aircraft, a large electric airship, for passenger and freight transport in the Highlands and Islands has been launched by Hybrid Air Vehicles.
The methods of Russian interference in Scottish politics
Russia has been accused of using a range of tactics to interfere in the political process in Scotland, including cyber-attacks, disinformation campaigns, and attempts to influence public opinion through social media.
MOD confirm when Type 26 Frigates to enter service
Initial Operating Capability for the Type 26 Frigate is October 2028 and all ships are expected to enter service between 2028 and 2035.
Out of service date for aircraft carriers confirmed
Don't worry, the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers are planned to remain in service until 2069.
British Destroyer ‘breathes fire’ as refit hits milestone
The ship is the latest of her class – after HMS Dauntless and HMS Daring – to go through the Power Improvement Project (PIP), which addresses the resilience of the engines.
New warship takes shape in Rosyth frigate factory
The first of the Royal Navy's new Type 31 frigates, HMS Venturer, is swiftly taking shape in Rosyth.
