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
US Navy hospital ship ‘Mercy’ departs San Diego
The hospital ship USNS Mercy is now underway to Los Angeles in support of American COVID-19 response efforts.
Defence minister clarifies position on animal testing
The Ministry of Defence have outlined their position on animal testing.
USS Gerald R. Ford achieves 1000th aircraft arrest
An F/A-18E Super Hornet recently landed aboard USS Gerald R. Ford's flight deck marking the 1,000th recovery of a fixed wing aircraft.
UK on Lockdown – What you need to know
Severe restrictions have been announced in an effort to combat Coronavirus, please follow NHS and Government advice.
Government announce severe public restrictions for three weeks
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced severe public restrictions, likened to a lockdown, in an effort to combat Coronavirus.
Russia to deploy a new Over-The-Horizon radar in Kaliningrad
The Kaliningrad-based radar should "be capable of monitoring the entire territory of Europe, including the United Kingdom".
Next-Gen Jammer Mid-Band pod completes developmental testing
The U.S. Navy’s Next Generation Jammer Mid-Band (NGJ-MB) developmental pod recently completed a portion of developmental testing.
RAF fly Covid-19 patient from Scottish islands to intensive care
An RAF A400M Atlas aircraft was tasked to fly a critically ill patient from the Shetland Islands to intensive care in Aberdeen.
British Army suspends basic training due to Covid-19
The British Army say they have suspended face-to-face recruiting and basic training operations.
US troops get new generation thermal sighting system
Raytheon say they have developed, manufactured and delivered the first-ever 3rd GEN FLIR sensor system under a US Army contract awarded in 2016.
