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
Britain helping Poland develop new air defence system
Britain's new 'Sky Sabre' and Poland’s 'NAREW' air defence systems will both use the same missiles and launcher, but NAREW will have Polish designed components for the radar and vehicles.
Britain named fourth largest military spender
The United Kingdom was the 4th largest military spender last year, ahead of Russia and every other NATO ally apart from the United States.
US report ‘Britain to continue punching above its weight’
The American report states that Britain is "likely to continue to punch above its weight internationally given its strong military, financial sector and its global focus"
Britain’s 1,000 mile punch – The Tomahawk cruise missile
The American-built Tomahawk missile, also known as TLAM, allows Royal Navy submarines of the Astute and Trafalgar class to strike at targets on land accurately at a range of around 1,000 miles.
Britain considering new radar to keep an eye on space
The Ministry of Defence is seeking market information regarding radar systems able to monitor space, conduct air surveillance in a traditional ground-based air defence role, including surveillance of small air-breathing targets and tactical ballistic missiles.
Britain demonstrates ability to operate carriers near North Pole
British aircraft carrier HMS Prince of Wales led a task group to within 900 miles of the North Pole "to demonstrate the ability of the UK’s two Queen Elizabeth-class carriers to operate in the harshest environmental conditions".
British combat jets go up against each other over North Sea
F-35Bs from RAF Marham have joined Typhoons from RAF Lossiemouth to conduct a Fighter Integration exercise, flying against IX (B) Squadron Typhoons and Draken Europe FA20 aircraft over the North Sea.
British aircraft continue monitoring Russian forces in Ukraine
The British fleet of RC-135 ‘Rivet Joint’ electronic surveillance aircraft continues to be in heavy use, being deployed to keep an eye on Russian forces in Ukraine.
Chinese agents blamed for drones spying on UK nuclear bases
A Freedom of Information request revealed 18 drone sightings at sensitive military locations in just two years - between 2019 and 2021.
Britain considering sending tanks to Poland
Britain is considering deploying Challenger 2 Main Battle Tanks to Poland to allow Poland to supply Ukraine with T-72 tanks.
