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George Allison

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

Greece now ahead of UK in defence spending as share of GDP

Estonia and the United Kingdom both spend 2.13% of their GDP on defence.

British F-35 jets patrol over Iraq and Syria

The MoD say that F-35 jets have flown alongside Typhoon aircraft over the skies of Syria and Iraq. It is understood however that the aircraft...

Two German Typhoon jets collide during training

Two German Typhoon jets have collided during a training exercise.

Royal Navy appoints new First Sea Lord

Admiral Tony Radakin has taken over as First Sea Lord.

HMS Northumberland uses Sea Ceptor missile to down drone

Type 23 frigate HMS Northumberland was on the ranges.

Statement from NATO Secretary General on MH17 investigation

Jens Stoltenberg has released a statement on the on MH17 investigation.

British Army instructors accused of abusing recruits

It has been reported that 122 British Army instructors have been disciplined in the last four years for abusing recruits.

First look at a painted British P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft

Images show the first British P-8 Poseidon painted and on the flight line.

Raytheon wins $234m JPALS contract

Raytheon will outfit aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships.

L3 shows off C-130 avionics modernisation upgrade package

L3 announced it is offering a global C-130 avionics upgrade,