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
MoD rule out A400M Atlas being given in-flight refuelling capability due to AirTanker contract
A response to a Freedom of Information request has outlined the reasoning behind the decision not to use the A400M in the refuelling role.
Queen’s Dragoon Guards spearhead battlefield exercise in Poland
Troops from 1st The Queen's Dragoon Guards have spearheaded a massive battlefield exercise as part of a multinational NATO force in Poland, say the British Army.
British frigate HMS Argyll deploys to the Pacific
HMS Argyll will first deploy to the Gulf and then move on to Japan and South Korea.
A who’s who of A400M Atlas operators
With the A400M rapidly maturing, let's take a look at what different air forces have been using the air-lifter for.
Operation Roundup hits Islamic State remnants in Iraq, Syria
Coalition partners have increased offensive activity against Islamic State targets in designated parts of Iraq and Syria throughout the months of May and June, say officials.
Typhoon, Tornado and Reaper strike Islamic State buildings, vehicles and tunnels
Armed reconnaissance sorties have continued daily in Syria and Iraq against Islamic State.
HMS Shoreham sets sail from Faslane for Gulf deployment
HMS Shoreham left her home port of Faslane to embark on a 6,000 mile journey to the Gulf.
NATO AIRCOM team conducts evaluation of German air and missile defence
A multinational team of evaluators from Allied Air Command conducted a so-called Capability Evaluation of German integrated Air and Missile Defence units in the northernmost part of Germany this week.
Number of P-8A Poseidon aircraft being purchased ‘too low to fulfil the range of...
The UK is re-establishing its long-range MPA capability with the purchase of nine Boeing P-8A Poseidon aircraft from the United States.
‘Serious deficiencies’ in the quantities of armour available to the British Army
There are serious deficiencies in the quantities of armour, armoured vehicles and artillery available to the British Army says a report by the Defence Committee.
