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George Allison

George Allison
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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

Second British aircraft carrier to put to sea

HMS Queen Elizabeth will shortly be heading out to sea, becoming the second British aircraft carrier at sea in waters around the UK.

Russia ‘likely to make gains in Kharkiv’ says Britain

The UK Ministry of Defence has provided an update on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, focusing on the situation in the eastern Kharkiv Oblast.

IBM tipped for £30m air command and control system contract

The Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract valued at £30 million to IBM for the delivery, integration, and initial in-service support of the Air Command and Control system, known as 'GUARDIAN'.

Britain’s new air defence laser downs multiple missiles

RAF aircraft will soon receive a new laser self-protection system, after successful trials proved its capability to defend against missile threats.

British carrier strike group to ‘neutralise’ targets

Throughout Exercise Strike Warrior, aircraft will be launched, missiles fired, bombs dropped, and targets neutralised, showcasing the might of the UK’s Carrier Strike Group.

British destroyer defends fleet from ‘air attack’

During the first week of Exercise Strike Warrior, the crew of HMS Dauntless undertook whole-ship training that included Air Defence Exercises and a major fire exercise.

Britain provides update on project to build new fighter jet

At the recent Defence Ministers summit in Naples, Defence Secretary John Healey spoke to his Japanese and Italian counterparts about the project, here's what happened.

Belgian frigate opens fire on Scottish island

Crews of Belgian warship Louise Marie fired their main gun, hitting targets ashore at the Cape Wrath firing range in Scotland as part of Exercise Strike Warrior.

Review unblocks relocation for Afghan special forces

The UK Government has provided an update on the ongoing review of Afghan relocations and assistance policy scheme applications, particularly concerning Afghan specialist units.

New Royal Army Medical Service announced

The UK Government has announced a major structural change within the British Army, with the amalgamation of three key healthcare corps into the newly established Royal Army Medical Service.