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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

Britain looking to develop own satellite navigation system

The first tenders for the new satellite navigation system are expected by the end of this year with the UK looking to collaborate with countries in the 'Five Eyes' intelligence alliance.

What is Skynet? A look at Britain’s military communications satellites

Skynet is a family of commercially managed military communications satellites operated on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, which provide strategic communication services to the British Armed Forces and UK allies.

Fresh round of American, British and allied strikes hit Islamic State

Coalition partners continued to strike Islamic State in designated parts of Syria and Iraq between, conducting 66 strikes consisting of 80 engagements last week, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.

Clyde Construction Framework awarded by DIO

A 10 year 'Clyde Construction Framework' framework has been awarded by the Defence Infrastructure Organisation, on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

The Ministry of Defence have lost almost 1,000 computers in the last three years

Official figures suggest that at least 950 computers have been stolen or lost by the Ministry of Defence in the last three years.

Defence Minister visits flagship of Standing NATO Maritime Group 2, HMS Duncan

Armed Forces Minister Mark Lancaster visited Royal Navy Type 45 destroyer HMS Duncan and other NATO warships in the Black Sea on a visit to Georgia last week, say the MoD.

UK must be ready to counter threats from space says Defence Secretary

The Defence Secretary has warned that Britain must be ready 'to deter and counter' threats that are emerging in space.

Georgia-NATO Maritime Cooperation Enhanced

Allied Maritime Command and Georgian Internal Affairs officials conducted several events to enhance the operational level of NATO-Georgia maritime cooperation this week, according to NATO.

Royal Air Force begin exploring options to replace E-3D Sentry fleet

Options for the future delivery of the UK's Airborne Warning and Control capability are being explored, with the focus now on replacing the E-3 Sentry fleet.

American and British senior enlisted leaders showcase ‘unity and partnership’

In what the US Department of Defense are calling a show of unity, the senior enlisted leaders of the American and British armies together laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery this week.