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
British F-35 fleet escapes engine vibration issue
No operational UK F-35 Lightning aircraft have been found at risk of "harmonic resonance"; however, it is understood that a few in production were identified.
Ministry of Defence defends use of TikTok
The Ministry of Defence has defended its use of TikTok, advising that they utilise TikTok as a strategic platform to showcase the UK Armed Forces' global efforts, including training Ukrainian soldiers, to reach vital overseas audiences.
Wildfire destroys £537000 worth of British Army equipment
A wildfire destroyed a Jackal vehicle and some equipment, incurring a loss of £537,000.
British medical vessel training with Apache helicopters
RFA Argus, usually operating as a sort of 'hospital ship', will be converted to deliver greater littoral strike capability.
NATO warships take part in Exercise Joint Warrior 23-1
The Joint Warrior scenario is designed to simulate political tensions in a regional conflict, leading to a buildup of forces from the allied side.
Troubled Ajax payments resume, gets new in-service date
Full Operating Capability is now scheduled to be achieved by 2029 and a payment of £480 million is now due to General Dynamics UK.
Current and future minehunters work together in Scotland
Current and future mine warfare units recently operated together in the vicinity of Arran.
Could Britain stand up to China?
China has the world's largest standing army and the second-largest defence budget, while Britain has a smaller but highly advanced military force.
Ukraine strikes Russian cruise missiles in occupied Crimea
"The explosions continue the process of Russia's demilitarisation and prepares the Ukrainian peninsula of Crimea for de-occupation", said Ukraine.
UK warships complete world’s second-largest naval exercise
All the UK’s Gulf-based ships, supported by expert dive/bomb disposal teams flown out from the UK, Royal Marines boarding and search specialists, drone operators and medics, were committed to the huge International Maritime Exercise.
