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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

Government reaffirm commitment to new British fighter jet

Despite concerns that the Strategic Defence Review might delay or deprioritise the programme, Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard has confirmed that significant progress continues.

Britain condemns Chinese military drills near Taiwan

Defence Secretary John Healey criticised Beijing’s aggressive military exercises and called for international efforts to ease tensions in the Indo-Pacific.

NATO flexes airpower over UK during exercise Cobra Warrior

The exercise focused on high-end warfighting scenarios, simulating operations in contested, degraded, and limited environments.

New Ajax facility fitted out at Warminster Garrison

A new facility to support the British Army’s Ajax programme is under construction at Warminster Garrison.

US carrier group arrives in North Sea to ‘show combat power’

One aim of the carrier and supporting destroyers and cruisers is to "demonstrate the power of U.S. Naval forces".

Northrop unveils the next generation of Bushmaster chain gun

Northrop Grumman has unveiled its next-generation dual feed Bushmaster chain gun.

Powerful British Carrier Strike Group assembles off Scotland

Over the next two weeks, Royal Navy ships and an Astute-class submarine will protect HMS Prince of Wales from various 'threats'.

British carrier jets to practice ‘striking’ mainland Europe

During Exercise Strike Warrior, the UK's advanced F-35B Lightning jets will take off from HMS Prince of Wales and fly simulated strike missions into mainland Europe.

Incredible timelapse shows RFA Tidespring refuel frigate

RFA Tidespring has shared some impressive footage showing the vessel refuelling HMS Portland, a Type 23 Frigate.

Babcock wins £1.3m contract to support Tomahawk missiles

Babcock has secured a six-year, £1.3m contract to support Royal Navy Tomahawk cruise missiles.