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
UK eyes ‘Large Boat Aerial Delivery’ system
The A400M aircraft fleet would be the potential beneficiary of this intended procurement.
Glasgow to host 92nd Interpol General Assembly
Glasgow will be the location for the 92nd Interpol General Assembly, scheduled from November 4 to 7, 2024, at the Scottish Event Campus.
British assault ship launches forces to raid Estonian beach
A dramatic demonstration of military might occurred recently as the Royal Marines from 45 Commando conducted a dusk raid on the Baltic beach of Kaberneeme, Estonia from assault ship HMS Albion.
Evidence reveals ongoing sexual abuse within armed forces
The Defence Committee has made public whistle-blower evidence submitted by an anonymised team responsible for providing clinical and occupational health care and advice to Service personnel across the Armed Services.
British jets patrol NATO’s east border amid Ukraine conflict
Operation Azotize, initiated in March 2023, marks the second deployment of RAF Typhoons to Eastern Europe following Russia's invasion in February 2022.
The next ship to be named after Glasgow
The starship USS Glasgow makes its (sort of) stellar debut on the Emmy Award-winning series, Star Trek: Picard.
MoD spends over £200m on defence consultants
"For ease of reference the value reported was £204.974 million."
British aircraft carrier to trial ‘Project Mojave’ drones
The Royal Navy has announced its intention to award a contract to General Atomics to trial 'Project Mojave' drones onboard a British aircraft carrier.
AI being used in defence personnel management
In a recent parliamentary written question, Dave Doogan, SNP Spokesperson for Defence, queried about the use of automated decision-making systems within the Ministry of Defence, particularly regarding personnel decisions.
British troops jump into Estonia from C-17
Pathfinders from the British Army's 16 Air Assault Brigade jumped from an RAF C-17 Globemaster aircraft at altitude of 12,000 feet over the Rapla Air Base in Estonia.
