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
Final Type 26 Frigate named HMS Edinburgh
The Defence Secretary has announced the name of another Type 26 Frigate, HMS Edinburgh.
Typhoon jets destroy Islamic State observation post in Syria
Typhoon jets have eliminated an Islamic State observation post in eastern Syria.
British F-35B jets exercise with French Rafales and American F-15s over North Sea
British F-35B jets have taken part in an exercise off the coast of the UK alongside American and French aircraft.
Tornado and Typhoon jets continue to attack Islamic State
Tornado jets hit four Islamic State positions in eastern Syria, whilst Typhoon jets cratered a road to prevent terrorists moving truck-bombs against the Syrian Democratic Forces.
MP incorrectly claims ‘no naval vessels in Scottish waters’ despite major naval base
A Member of Parliament has incorrectly claimed that there are no Royal Navy vessels in Scottish waters, despite the presence of frigates, submarines, support vessels, patrol vessels and of course, a major Royal Navy base on the Clyde.
NATO chief dismisses claim that Europe needs its own army
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg was recently asked if Europe really needs a European Army?
Japan eyes 100 more F-35s and introduction of aircraft carrier
The Japanese Nikkei business newspaper reported today that the Japanese government is preparing to order another 100 F-35 jets, in addition, the country is once more considering converting a helicopter carrier to host jets.
The future of British shipbuilding, marching towards a steady drumbeat?
Shipbuilding in the UK, depending on who you ask, is either at the cusp of a renaissance or doomed. So we asked someone in the know.
HMS Diamond returns home
HMS Diamond has returned to Portsmouth after a two month deployment in the Mediterranean.
Reaper destroys fuel tank that was rigged as a trap
The Ministry of Defence has revealed that a Reaper destroyed a booby-trapped large fuel tank in eastern Syria.
