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
Scottish services involved in Trident convoy planning
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed that Scottish emergency services have held recent discussions on the safety of convoys carrying Trident nuclear weapons driving on roads in Scotland.
Hawk engine issues will ‘have impact’ on fast jet training
Following the crash of a Hawk jet last year, ongoing rectification work "will have an impact on UK Fast Jet training output over the next three years".
Royal Navy detail their role in Queen’s funeral
The Royal Navy say that more than 1,000 sailors and Royal Marines are undergoing final preparations for their pivotal role in the Queen’s funeral after days of intensive training.
Compensation paid out relating to the Ajax armoured vehicle
The total amount of compensation paid out as a result of claims related to issues with the troubled Ajax armoured vehicle is currently £12,320.
C-17 flies The Queen from Edinburgh to London
A Royal Air Force C-17 transport aircraft has carried Her Majesty The Queen from Edinburgh to London.
Full Operating Capability for British F-35 jets delayed
Full Operating Capability for the British F-35 fleet was planned for 2023, it has now slipped by two years to 2025.
British jet monitors Russian forces in occupied Ukraine
A British RC-135 'Rivet Joint', a dedicated electronic surveillance aircraft, is once again conducting surveillance of Russian forces in occupied Ukraine.
Combat exercise underway over Scotland and Northern England
British, Italian, German, American and other NATO aircraft are currently in the skies above the UK
UK aircraft fly weapons to Ukraine via Poland overnight
British weapon supply flights, the first taking off before the invasion started, continue day and night to supply Ukraine.
British Army carries out ‘Swarming Drone’ tests
The British Army say that the nano-Unmanned Aerial Systems project completed a live multiple drone demonstration.
