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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

Britain and America extend RC-135 surveillance aircraft support to 2035

The UK and US have extended an agreement to support the British RC-135 Rivet Joint fleet, which was due to expire in 2025, to 2035.

Passenger aircraft declares emergency over Scotland

An Embraer ERJ-145 operated by Loganair has declared an emergency over Scotland.

‘The OSINT Bunker’ – Season 2 Episode 4

This week the panel discuss hypersonic missiles, China's face off with Taiwan and HMS Queen Elizabeth's Carrier Strike Group.

British surveillance aircraft patrols Russian border

Such flights are routine and a normal part of intelligence gathering and picture building activities. Russia does this too.

MoD denies 77th Brigade has conducted operations against Scotland

Alba Party MP for East Lothian Kenny MacAskill had asked whether the British Army's information warfare force, known as 77th Brigade, has conducted operations against targets in Scotland.

What weapons will be fitted to the Type 31 Frigate?

It has recently been revealed what weapons will be fitted to the Type 31 Frigates.

Royal Navy tests new missile to defend against small boats

The Royal Navy has tested a new missile designed to protect warships from attacks by swarms of small boats.

British aircraft airlift 102 people that have left Afghanistan to the UK

Those transported include vulnerable Afghans who fall under the 'Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy' and British nationals.

Where has HMS Queen Elizabeth’s strike group been?

HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group have visited dozens of countries on the groups maiden deployment, here's a breakdown of what went where.

ASRAAM Block 6 to enter service on F-35 and Typhoon by 2024

ASRAAM Block 6 standard is due to enter service on Typhoon in 2022 and F-35 Lightning II in 2024.