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George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison

HMS Montrose transits Panama Canal

HMS Montrose has passed through the Panama Canal on her way to the Pacific Ocean.

‘New Russian missile undermines European security’ says NATO chief

NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has published an opinion piece regarding Russian missile capability.

Report warns Russia would be able to ‘overrun vulnerable areas of NATO territory’

The Human Security Centre (HSC) has published a report 'Fire and Ice – A New Maritime Strategy for NATO’s Northern Flank', discussing the challenge posed by Russia, and the options NATO has for countering it.

RAF explore drones for Force Protection at RAF Akrotiri

Force Protection personnel from RAF Honington recently carried out an Operational Capability Demonstration utilising Remotely Piloted Air Systems to enhance Force Protection at RAF Akrotiri, say the MoD. 

British and international firms to compete for Fleet Solid Support Ship contract

Four international shipbuilding firms and a consortium of British firms have been selected to complete for Fleet Solid Support Ship work.

UK appoints new military chiefs

There have been new appointments to the posts of Vice Chief of the Defence Staff, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, Chief of the Air Staff and Commander Joint Forces Command.

Brazil to take over HMS Clyde once Royal Navy lease expires

Brazilian media are reporting that the country is to take over the lease of HMS Clyde when the Offshore Patrol Vessel leaves Royal Navy service.

The future of the UK Defence Journal

After collecting some feedback from our readers and other defence commentators, we've decided to make some changes.

Final Type 26 Frigate named HMS Edinburgh

The Defence Secretary has announced the name of another Type 26 Frigate, HMS Edinburgh.

Typhoon jets destroy Islamic State observation post in Syria

Typhoon jets have eliminated an Islamic State observation post in eastern Syria.