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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

Norway cancels Exercise Cold Response due to coronavirus

The Norwegian Armed Forces have decided to end NATO exercise Cold Response. The closure will be conducted in a "controlled matter".

Typhoon jets scrambled from RAF Lossiemouth

Two Russian aircraft passed by the west coasts of Scotland and Ireland before reaching the Celtic Sea.

HMS Sutherland hunts submarines on Arctic exercise

HMS Sutherland is on Exercise Cold Response 2020, say the Royal Navy.

UK confirm order of ‘fleet of 50 Apache’ AH-64E attack helicopters

The confirmation comes after a support contract for a "fleet of 50" AH-64E Apache aircraft was awarded to Boeing.

Royal Marines test unmanned craft in Norway

Trials in Norway saw unmanned equipment tested in an operational setting for the first time, say the Royal Navy. The Royal Navy say that Royal...

Work underway to replace AS-90 self propelled gun

It has been revealed that "work is underway" to replace the AS-90 155mm self-propelled gun.

Why do British jets ‘protect’ Irish airspace?

Ireland lacks aircraft that can climb high enough or go fast enough to intercept Russian aircraft.

Sea Venom missile in firing trial off French coast

The anti-ship weapon is being developed by the UK and France to equip British and French helicopters.

Saab Digital Tower demonstrator ordered by Royal Air Force

Saab Digital Air Traffic Solutions has been selected to provide a Digital Tower system as an Operational Concept Demonstrator.

British Army ‘evacuate’ 400 in exercise

The British Army say it has been rehearsing the skills needed to move endangered people out of the way of disease, a natural disaster or conflict.