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George has a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and has a keen interest in naval and cyber security matters and has appeared on national radio and television to discuss current events. George is on Twitter at @geoallison

HMS Dragon returns to the fleet

HMS Dragon, a Type 45 destroyer, had been out of action for a year while undergoing a major refit and upgrade. She is now due for sea trials.

WATCH: HMS Daring demonstrates firepower

With a flash of fire and a thunderous roar, HMS Daring lit her 10th birthday candle in spectacular style with the test firing of a Sea Viper missile.

Boeing to create 2,000 new jobs in Britain

David Cameron said Boeing had confirmed it would create 2,000 new jobs in Britain and increase its research and development spending.

Cardigan Bay back in UK waters after four years away

Support ship RFA Cardigan Bay is back in UK waters after completing her lengthy Gulf mission.

£365m in funding for new UK aerospace R&D projects

£365m worth of aerospace R&D projects have been approved "to ensure the UK’s continued position at the forefront of global aerospace."

Contract signed for new P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft

Following last week’s NATO summit, Britain has signed a contract for nine new P-8 maritime patrol aircraft.

UK moves forward with plans to arm warships with laser weapons

It has been reported that MBDA has been selected to demonstrate British laser weapons for use on Royal Navy warships, with tests in the next few years.

UK orders new Apache attack helicopters

The Ministry of Defence has announced a $2.3 billion deal to purchase 50 latest generation Apache attack helicopters for the British Army.

WATCH: British F-35B lands vertically at air show

The F-35B is the most advanced combat aircraft in the world. It will be in service with the Royal Navy and Royal Air Force from 2018.

HMS Mersey to extend British presence in Aegean

The MoD has authorised the deployment of HMS Mersey to the Aegean.