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
Defence Secretary welcomes liberation of Raqqah from Islamic State
Defence Secretary Sir Michael Fallon welcomed the news of the liberation of Raqqa from Islamic State while warning that 'there is more to do'.
F-35 to support 25,000 British jobs
At peak, the F-35 will support 25,000 jobs in the UK over the next few decades and pump £1bn a year into the economy.
F-35Bs take part in Exercise Dawn Blitz
F-35B aircraft were aboard the USS Essex during Exercise Dawn Blitz where they supported an amphibious assault.
Defence Secretary: UK to ‘step up’ ground fight against Islamic State
British ground will 'train further forward and provide increased force protection' in and around coalition bases.
Retired General warns UK must boost defence budget to protect against Russia and China
General Sir Richard Barrons, former Commander of Joint Forces Command, warns that the defence budget must be increased so the UK can protect against potential attacks from China or Russia.
A guide to the Dreadnought class ballistic missile submarine
The Dreadnought class will replace the Vanguard class submarines from 2028 onwards and will host the United Kingdom's nuclear deterrent.
HMS Severn returns home for last time before disposal
Offshore Patrol Vessel HMS Severn has returned to her homeport of Portsmouth for the last time, the vessel is due to be decommissioned at the end of the month.
UK nuclear submarine dismantling project makes progress
The aim of Submarine Dismantling Project is to provide a 'safe, environmentally responsible and cost effective solution' for the dismantling of 27 of the UK’s de-fuelled nuclear powered submarines.
Exercise Cambrian Patrol kicks off in Wales
More than a thousand soldiers from the British Army and 28 international armies are taking part in Exercise Cambrian Patrol.
Ministry of Defence staff sacked over expenses fraud
Eleven staff members from the Ministry of Defence have been sacked in the past two years for expenses fraud.
