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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

NATO-Ukraine Commission discuss situation in Crimea

The NATO-Ukraine Commission met at NATO Headquarters on Wednesday.

Royal Navy appoints new Fleet Commander

Vice Admiral Jerry Kyd takes up the role from outgoing Fleet Commander Vice Admiral Ben Key.

Royal Marines teach African forces to keep waters secure

Royal Marines spent a fortnight in Africa teaching local law enforcers how to keep their waters secure, according to a release.

Defence firm Raytheon to expand UK operations

Raytheon UK will open a new office in London and a high-technology manufacturing facility in Livingston, Scotland.

RFA Mounts Bay in Caribbean drugs bust

RFA Mounts Bay recovered 100kg of Cocaine.

NATO member Turkey holds joint exercises with Russian Navy

The Russian Black Sea Fleet HAS held a joint exercise with the Turkish Navy.

MoD continue to leave option open for split F-35 buy

The Ministry of Defence have again refused to commit to all UK F-35 orders being the B variant.

WATCH: Frigate HMS Argyll rescues crew from blazing ship

Crew from HMS Argyll spent eight hours saving every soul aboard the Grande America in the Bay of Biscay, say the Royal Navy.

HMS Duncan departs Portsmouth to escort French aircraft carrier

HMS Duncan will provide air defence to the French carrier FS Charles de Gaulle.

HMS Dragon in sixth drugs bust

HMS Dragon has seized more than 2,000kg of hash.