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
New British nuclear missile sub entering service in 2030s
The Ministry of Defence has again confirmed that the Dreadnought-class submarine programme remains on track, with the first of class, HMS Dreadnought, expected to enter service in the early 2030s.
RAF aircraft retirement dates revealed
The Ministry of Defence has confirmed the projected retirement dates for all Royal Air Force aircraft, offering a long-term view of future fleet transitions as part of the UK’s evolving air power strategy.
Commando drone project to boost Arctic combat power
Through the DroneWorx initiative, the integration of drones is becoming a significant force multiplier within Commando operations — enhancing situational awareness, reach, and agility on the battlefield.
Incredble images show powerful British carrier strike group
Royal Navy flagship HMS Prince of Wales has led an impressive multinational carrier strike group into the Mediterranean, enjoy this gallery of powerful imagery.
Radakin: Royal Navy growing, RAF steady, Army shrinking
Britain’s Chief of the Defence Staff has acknowledged that the Armed Forces are continuing to shrink by “about two to three hundred” personnel each month, but expressed cautious optimism that the trend is beginning to stabilise.
Australia buying hundreds of AMRAAM missiles in $1bn deal
The United States State Department has approved a Foreign Military Sale to Australia involving hundreds of AIM-120C and AIM-120D 'Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles' (AMRAAMs).
UK aims to cut major procurement from six years to two
The Ministry of Defence plans to cut the time for major procurement from six years to two, system upgrades from three years to one, and introduce a rapid three-month process for urgent battlefield innovations.
Fighter jet ‘falls off’ American supercarrier in Red Sea
The incident occurred earlier today as the aircraft was being towed within the carrier’s hangar.
Army advances Project Grayburn to replace SA80A3 Rifles
The British Army is moving forward with plans to replace its current standard-issue rifle, the L85A3 – more commonly known as the SA80A3 – under the developing Project Grayburn, with "various rifle calibres being considered".
Ireland buying $46m worth of Javelin anti-tank weapons
Te U.S. State Department say that the deal would "enhance Ireland’s capability to build its long-term defence capacity to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity to meet its national defence requirements".
