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George Allison
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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

RFA Argus meets up with HMS Medway in Caribbean

Support ship RFA Argus linked up with the Royal Navy’s permanent presence in the region, HMS Medway.

US Navy takes delivery of final Block II Super Hornet

The US Navy have taken delivery of the final Block II Super Hornet, closing out a run of 322 one-seater F/A-18Es and 286 two-seated F/A-18Fs.

Puma helicopter takes part in medical evacuation training

A Puma helicopter has been supporting medical evacuation training with the NHS in the Western Isles in Scotland.

Saab’s new AESA radar in first set of trials

Saab has completed the first air trials with its new fighter X-band Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar.

Royal Navy shadow Russian warship through English Channel

The Royal Navy say that HMS Mersey has tracked a Russian warship and monitored her movement through the English Channel.

Typhoon jets intercept Russian Maritime Patrol Aircraft near Scotland

In case you missed it, Typhoon jets were scrambled from RAF Lossiemouth to monitor two Tu-142 'BEAR-F' Maritime Patrol aircraft

Royal Air Force personnel help to crew civilian ambulances

Royal Air Force personnel are helping the NHS fight Coronavirus by manning civilian ambulances.

RAF Chinook helicopters transporting NHS staff around UK

A Chinook helicopter was deployed in support of the NHS.

Contract awarded for weapon locating radar systems

DE&S have awarded a £46 million contract to extend the British Army's use of MAMBA.

How do NATO warships manage the risk of Covid-19?

When serving on a ship, it isn’t always possible to distance yourself.