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
Robot Wars – Drones to support front line operations
Futuristic drones and unmanned robots with autonomous 'deliver to order' capability could provide front-line military logistics support say the MoD.
MoD unveils compensation for soldiers hit by tax rise in Scotland
8,000 military personnel in Scotland are to receive back pay to compensate for income tax rise in Scotland.
Tempest – A look at what Britain’s next generation combat jet could be
At the Farnborough International Air Show a next generation fighter concept model called 'Tempest' was revealed.
Japan considers F-35B for helicopter carriers
Japan is officially drawing up plans to acquire the F-35B, according to local media.
Irish Prime Minister warns British flights could be banned from Irish airspace, despite the...
Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar has warned that British flights could be banned from Irish airspace with a hard border as a result of Brexit, despite Ireland relying on the Royal Air Force for high-end air policing.
New Aircraft Carrier Prince of Wales takes on fuel for first time
Aircraft Carrier Prince of Wales has taken a major step forward following the delivery of fuel.
UK to build tails for Predator-B-Series aircraft
General Atomics and GKN Aerospace have declared their intent to collaborate on composite tails for the Predator B Remotely Piloted Aircraft.
Cobham supports F-35B aerial refuelling clearance for Voyager
Cobham's Air-to-Air Refuelling systems and modelling expertise has been used by the MoD to help achieve F-35 receiver clearance for mid-air refuelling from Voyager.
BAE to track and control space missions at Goonhilly
BAE Systems and Goonhilly Earth Station (GES) have entered into a partnership to commercialise deep space communications.
Planned force of nine P-8 Poseidon aircraft ‘insufficient to guarantee continuous cover’
Evidence submitted to the Defence Select Committee argues that seven additional P-8 Poseidon aircraft should be acquired, bringing the total fleet to 16 aircraft.
