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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

New stats reveal scale of veterans contribution to society and challenges myths

New figures from the Office of National Statistics reveal the contribution veterans make to the economy and society, challenging many misconceptions.

RAF involvement in Islamic State fight could be scaled back

Air Commodore Johnny Stringer predicts that Operation Shader, the fight against Islamic State, will be drawn down as the group are now seriously eroded.

Lockheed Martin receives contract to develop high energy laser capabilities

The awarded contract funds development of high power laser to be tested on a fighter jet.

Coalition strikes continue against Islamic State

Coalition military forces continued strikes against Islamic State this week, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of recent strikes,...

HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Dragon conduct training

Supercarrier HMS Queen Elizabeth and Type 45 destroyer HMS Dragon have met up for the first time off the UK’s South Coast.

UK procures spare parts and support for Tomahawk missiles

Spare parts and support for the UK Tomahawk missile stockpile are being procured by the Ministry of Defence with work being carried out in the US and in Scotland.

Typhoon jets train in Estonia

Four Typhoons from 3 Squadron have this week been undertaking Air-Land Integration training with the NATO Enhanced Forward Presence battlegroup in Estonia.

Norway’s first F-35 jets arrive in country

Norwegian F-35 jets have landed in the country for the first time marking a major milestone in the F-35 programme.

Brimstone missile trials on Typhoon complete successfully

A series of live firings of the Brimstone precision strike missile from a Eurofighter Typhoon have been completed successfully.

UK funds $2.1m in development for new submarine Common Missile Compartment

The UK has contributed $2.1m to support the design, development and production of the common missile compartment.