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
Elbit to deliver ‘Future Dismounted Joint Fires Integrator’
The contract will be performed over a five-year period and is valued at approximately £100 million.
British soldier on duty at US Presidential Inauguration
A British Army reservist was on duty with his US National Guard unit in the capital at the inauguration of 46th US President Joe Biden.
MoD remove mention of Dutch warship from carrier deployment
A post from the Ministry of Defence detailing the upcoming deployment of HMS Queen Elizabeth mentioned a Dutch warship, that mention has now been removed.
First ‘raw recruits since WW2’ at Collingwood
For the first time since World War 2 civilians have begun training to become Royal Navy sailors at HMS Collingwood, say the Royal Navy.
UK taking advice from Israel on vaccination programme
The UK is taking advice from Israel, the country leading the race to vaccinate its citizens, to assist its own vaccination programme.
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Final Trophy Active Protection Systems delivered to US Army
Leonardo and Rafael have announced that they have completed the delivery of Trophy Active Protection Systems ordered by the U.S. Army for installation on Abrams main battle tanks.
Army design set of removable steps for Challenger tanks
The Army say it is "transforming and modernising to meet the threat of modern warfare" and they have certainly made some 'steps' in that direction.
Bomb disposal called 264 times in Northern Ireland last year
The number of occasions bomb disposal units were called out in Northern Ireland in 2020 was 264, an increase over recent years.
Scottish Government request assistance from British military
The Ministry of Defence has received a 'Military Aid to Civil Authorities' request from the Scottish Government to assist with the vaccination programme.
How will the UK Carrier Strike Group operate?
The UK Carrier Strike Group — led by HMS Queen Elizabeth — is now at Initial Operating Capability, but how will it operate?
