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George Allison

George Allison
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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 aircraft avoid Germany on Ukraine weapon supply run

Two British C-17 transport aircraft carrying weapons to Ukraine went around German airspace - why?

British aircraft joins effort to track ‘on the move’ Russian fleet

A British P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft was operating close to a Russian amphibious fleet with a mystery destination off the Danish coast earlier today.

British military aircraft rapidly supplying weapons to Ukraine

British transport aircraft are currently moving "light anti-armour" weapons into Ukraine in light of "increasingly threatening" behaviour from Russia.

Jets in ‘dogfight’ off Scottish coast

A number of Hawk jets are currently over the North Sea off the coast of Scotland conducting 'aggressor' training.

American nuclear attack sub visits Scotland

An American Virginia class nuclear submarine has visited HMNB Clyde at Faslane, near Glasgow.

UK purchases ‘VideoRay Defender’ Remotely Operated Vehicles

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has purchased three VideoRay Defender Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicles.

Scottish yards to build 24 warships between 2015-2035

In addition to the now built 5 Offshore Patrol Vessels, there are plans for 8 Type 26 Frigates, 5 Type 31 Frigates, 5 Type 32 Frigates and 1 Ukrainian warship to be built in Scotland.

Firm chosen to supply armour for new Boxer vehicles

The armoured material will be used in Boxer vehicle hull assembly.

Britain to lease aircraft to deliver Military Parachute Training

The Ministry of Defence is looking to lease UK based light aircraft for the delivery of Military Parachute Training.

MoD looking for ‘Survive, Evade, Resist and Extract’ training provider

The Ministry of Defence is looking for a provider to deliver 'Survive, Evade, Resist and Extract' training to all fast jet aircrew.