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 assault ship sails for the Arctic
HMS Albion is heading for the Arctic to act as the spearhead of amphibious/commando forces taking part in Exercise Cold Response
Russian invasion of Ukraine begins
Europeans are "waking up to a very dark day" said British minister Sajid Javid as tanks and armoured vehicles were seen overnight near Donetsk in eastern Ukraine.
Plan to build British ballistic missile defence radar slips to 2029
The new ballistic missile defence radar was originally expected to be in service by the mid-2020s.
A400M transport aircraft deploys drone for the first time
During a recent test, an A400M Atlas transport aircraft deployed a drone from its opened rear cargo ramp door whilst airborne, validating its ability to air-launch drones.
British P-8 Poseidon aircraft take part in Mediterranean exercise
Exercise Dynamic Manta 22 is the first time British P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft have conducted anti-submarine & anti-surface operations from an overseas operating location.
Britain sets out plan for next ten years of military purchases
The Ministry of Defence has published its plans for the next 10 years of British military equipment spending.
Integration of Meteor missile on F-35B slips to 2027
A report from the Ministry of Defence states that "entry into service is not anticipated until 2027" and that the programme "may incur further delays".
Confirmation UK to purchase additional A400M transports
The Ministry of Defence has published its tenth annual summary of the defence equipment plan, the report contains references to the purchase of more A400M transport aircraft.
COVID-19 causes slight delay to Type 26 Frigate build
Technical difficulties in a number of key areas caused programme slippage, these were exacerbated by COVID-19 restrictions.
Dreadnought nuclear missile submarine ‘progressing well’
Due to the impact of COVID-19, 'Delivery Phase 2' was extended to March this year.
