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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

Saab to deliver Radars for Canadian Joint Support Ships

Saab has received an order for delivery of Sea Giraffe AMB naval radars.

New Joint Air Defence Group launched

Command has transferred from the Royal Air Force to the Army. 

Japanese F-35 reported missing, search underway

The Japanese Air Self-Defence Force has announced that an F-35 has been lost.

Reaper strikes Islamic State fighters in a trench

A Reaper unmanned aircraft hit two terrorists in a trench at Baghuz Fawqani.

It’s time for a new comment section on our website

The UK Defence Journal has been using the same comment system for five years now.

Weekly Briefing – 7th of April 2019

The UK Defence Journal weekly briefing for the week ending 7th of April, 2019.

Typhoon jets continue fight against Islamic State in Syria

Typhoon jets supported the Syrian Democratic Forces attacking Islamic State.

RAF visit American PTN in attempt to speed up pilot training

The Royal Air Force have visited the Pilot Training Next facility in Austin, Texas.

Israeli HELRAS dipping sonar completes sea acceptance trials

A Helicopter Long-Range Active Sonar (HELRAS) dipping sonar was successfully converted for operation onboard the Seagull.

8,000 personnel to receive compensation due to Scottish tax raise

The payments are due to military personnel in Scotland paying more tax.