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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

HMS Queen Elizabeth heads out to sea for operational training

The planned sailing of aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth had been postponed to allow Covid-19 testing for the ship’s company to take place.

RAF aircraft over Glasgow sparks odd speculation in local media

Despite provocative headlines to the contrary, the aircraft that was conducting training in and around Glasgow Airport was not "mysterious", "unmarked" or anything at all to do with the "Coronavirus lockdown".
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Steps taken to prevent COVID-19 outbreak on British aircraft carrier

Every crewmember on HMS Queen Elizabeth is being tested for COVID-19 prior to her departure for a period of Operational Sea Training.

US Navy finally accepts delivery of the USS Zumwalt

The US Navy have taken delivery of the USS Zumwalt.

Upgraded sensor system to facilitate better sharing of tactical information

DE&S are rolling out an updated, sensor-to-shooter digital system that is able to transfer strategic operational commands between forces in seconds.

British Army assist Glasgow NHS staff with PPE fitting

British Army soldiers are supporting the NHS frontline in Glasgow by using their training for hazardous environments to assist hospital staff with PPE fitting.

RAF personnel to trial Covid-19 tracking app

The Royal Air Force is testing an NHS smartphone app that could help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

NATO exercise brings together Greek and Turkish naval forces

Standing NATO Maritime Group Two have performed a series of exercises in the Central Mediterranean and Aegean Sea, say NATO.

Typhoon jets bomb Islamic State positions in Iraq

Royal Air Force Typhoon jets have hit Islamic State targets in northern Iraq.

Patrol vessel HMS Tyne finds missing diver

The crew of HMS Tyne helped save a diver’s life off the south coast of the UK, say the Royal Navy.