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
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.
Massive barge arrives in Glasgow to move new frigate
The massive submersible barge, one of the largest in Europe, will carry HMS Glasgow down the river before 'floating' her off in the deep waters of Glen Mallan.
Irish military award military bridging contract to WFEL
British firm WFEL has signed a contract with the Irish Defence Forces for the supply of the MGB Medium Girder Bridging System.
