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
F-35B fitted with Meteor missile ‘middle of this decade’
British F-35B jets will be equipped with Meteor missiles by the 'middle of this decade' say the Ministry of Defence.
E-3 retiring this year, replacement not ready until 2023
The UK will rely on the NATO E-3 airborne early warning aircraft fleet to fill the gap between the retirement of Sentry this year and E-7 Wedgetail coming online in 2023.
What is the status of the British F-35 fleet?
The location and status of Britain's F-35 fleet has been listed by the Ministry of Defence.
British aircraft carrier ignores Chinese warnings and enters South China Sea
Aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth and her Carrier Strike Group have entered the South China Sea, a region largely claimed by China.
What is the status of the Royal Navy surface fleet?
The Ministry of Defence have listed how many ships of each class are operationally available.
Frigate HMS Monmouth cut from Royal Navy fleet
The long laid-up Type 23 Frigate has now left the fleet leaving the Royal Navy with 12 frigates.
British aircraft carrier visits Singapore
HMS Queen Elizabeth and elements of her Carrier Strike Group have arrived in Singapore.
Most British troops now vaccinated against COVID-19
Figures show that 65% of the Royal Navy (including the Royal Marines), 54% of the British Army and 67% of the Royal Air Force have had their first COVID-19 vaccine.
Most women in armed forces report bullying and sexual abuse
64% of female veterans and 58% of serving women said they have experienced bullying, harassment, discrimination during their careers.
JTACs conduct ‘complex battle scenarios’ over UK
Joint Terminal Attack Controllers provided directions to aircraft such as Typhoon, Hawk and Apache whilst engaged in close air support.
