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
Coronavirus cases on US aircraft carrier ‘spike to dozens’
The number of coronavirus cases on the USS Theodore Roosevelt in the Pacific Ocean has spiked to "dozens".
HMS Grimsby clears left overs from D-Day landings
The Royal Navy say that Grimsby’s clearance divers plunged into the water and placed a charge on the mine, then fell back to a safe distance and detonated it.
Defence firm BAE Systems supporting UK ventilator effort
The Government have asked the VentilatorChallengeUK consortium to begin the rapid production of ventilator systems for the fight against Covid-19.
Helicopters redeployed around UK help in fight against Covid-19
Helicopter facilities have been set up to support medical transports across Scotland and the rest of the UK.
UCL and Mercedes Formula One team develop breathing aid
A breathing aid that can help keep Covid-19 patients out of intensive care has been developed by University College London and the Mercedes Formula One team.
Hospital ship USNS Mercy accepts first patients in Los Angeles
American hospital ship USNS Mercy has accepted its first patients in Los Angeles as part of US military support for Covid-19 response efforts.
Army support build of temporary hospital in London Excel Centre
The new hospital will soon open to provide support for thousands of patients with coronavirus, the NHS say.
Farnborough Air Show canceled due to Coronavirus
The Farnborough International Airshow has been cancelled.
NATO Ground Surveillance base welcomes new equipment
All Allies will have access to date acquired by the system.
9 British ships escort 7 Russian ships through the English Channel
Nine British ships have been shadowing seven Russian vessels in waters around the UK, say the Royal Navy.
