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
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.
‘The OSINT Bunker’ – Episode 10 released
The latest episode includes a discussion on the new Russian 'Checkmate' jet.
UK warship enters South China Sea despite Chinese warnings
HMS Defender, a Type 45 Destroyer part of HMS Queen Elizabeth's Carrier Strike Group, has entered the South China Sea.
Typhoons conduct ‘tactical refuelling’ in Norway
Typhoon jets have completed a proof of concept exercise in Norway to test tactical refuelling capabilities from the ground.
Tempest jet investment ‘significantly less than required’
Tempest has been given an "amber/red" rating by the IPA with the warning that more funding is required or their could be a delay in the aircraft entering service.
