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
Israeli strikes see the F-35 used in combat for the first time
Israel has hit targets with the F-35, Israel Air Force Commander Maj.-Gen. Amikam Norkin said today, making Israel the first country to use the jet in combat.
Exercise Prairie Storm underway in Canada
Exercise Prairie Storm is a 35 day exercise on the British Army Training Unit Suffield training area in Canada, and prepares soldiers and officers for future deployments.
British Army and US Marines work together on Exercise Red Dagger
US Marines with the 4th Marine Logistics Group are partnering with the engineers of 131 Commando Squadron British Army to participate in exercise Red Dagger in the United States.
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.
