George Allison
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
Typhoon jets to head to Arctic for secret escort mission
The UK Defence Journal understands that Typhoon jets will be deploying to the Arctic later this month for what is intended to be a secret escort mission involving a cargo aircraft.
Britain considering expanding army cadet numbers
There are currently around 75,000 cadets and 11,000 cadet force adult volunteers involved in the Army Cadets.
MOD exploring fast jet training capabilities
The investigation considers the changing nature of combat aircraft operations and aims to identify a system that meets evolving training requirements.
Royal Navy carrier crew ‘excited’ for global deployment
As HMS Prince of Wales prepares to lead Carrier Strike Group 25 on a historic deployment to the Pacific, one word dominates the mood on board: excited.
The bond between HMS Prince of Wales and Liverpool
For the ship’s crew and Commanding Officer, Captain Will Blackett, the significance of this relationship goes far beyond the ceremonial.
Commandos hone vehicle interdiction with helicopter support
Commandos worked with Wildcats and Merlins from the Commando Helicopter Force to hone vehicle interdiction drills.
UK defence spending on Chinese goods rises by 24%
The Ministry of Defence has revealed a 24% increase in spending on Chinese-manufactured goods, primarily uniforms and clothing, over the past five years.
We went onboard Britain’s new flagship
As HMS Prince of Wales embarks on her new chapter, Captain Blackett summed up the crew’s sentiment simply: "We’re ready to go".
An interview with HMS Prince of Wales’ Captain Will Blackett
We spoke to Captain Will Blackett about the ship's role as flagship, its connection to Liverpool, and what the sight of a British carrier means to adversaries and allies alike.
BAE Systems unveils record £1bn skills investment
The defence giant also plans to hire more than 2,400 new apprentices, undergraduates, and graduates next year, bringing the total number in training to a 6,500 – around 15% of its UK workforce.
