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
RAF to fight above Britain in huge air defence exercise
The Royal Air Force has launched what it describes as the UK’s largest homeland defence air exercise, bringing together British and NATO aircraft for nearly three weeks of training focused on defending the UK.
Rutte says Europe must take greater NATO security burden
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said European allies and Canada must take greater responsibility for their own security.
UK again rules out compulsory military service
The Government has ruled out introducing compulsory military service, saying Britain will continue to rely on professional Armed Forces manned by volunteers while expanding shorter voluntary routes for young people.
New Canadian rifle shown in Britain for the first time
Colt Canada has given British and European audiences their first sight of the C25 rifle at #DVD2026.
Air defence turret shown on Boxer for the first time
Moog has shown an air defence mission module for the Boxer 8x8 vehicle at Defence Vehicle Dynamics, the first time its Reconfigurable Integrated weapons Platform has been fitted to the wheeled platform. #DVD2026
Aircraft carrier arrives at on the Clyde in Scotland
HMS Queen Elizabeth has arrived in Scotland, sailing up the Firth of Clyde and into Loch Long to the jetty at Glenmallan, the Royal Navy has confirmed to the UK Defence Journal.
Clyde maritime alliance launches with defence growth focus
A new Clyde Maritime Alliance has been launched to bring together major shipbuilding, engineering, skills and public-sector organisations.
British Army moves to restore long-range anti-tank strike
The British Army is moving to restore a beyond-line-of-sight anti-armour capability more than 30 years after Swingfire left service.
Army to replace Watchkeeper with Ukraine-proven drone
The Army is to bring the Tekever AR5 into service under a contract worth up to £400 million, replacing the Watchkeeper system in use since 2014, alongside a separate £16 million deal delivering more than a thousand small drones.
US Army picks VIKING UGV for autonomous breaching trials
The US Army has selected IDV USA as one of four industry participants in a programme exploring autonomous vehicles capable of breaching complex obstacles and minefields while reducing the exposure of soldiers to direct fire.
