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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

Type 45 Destroyer engine problems to be resolved

Many media outlets have reported that the Type 45 Destroyer fleet is to have their engines replaced, despite this being announced in November.

What is SPEAR Cap 3 and why is it important?

SPEAR Cap 3 is a medium-range, mini-cruise missile designed for internal carriage by the F-35 for use against a wide array of targets on land and at sea.

The F-35 ejector seat non-issue

"A range of ejector seat design solutions are being developed and these are expected to be in place before the aircraft enters service in the UK."

94% of steel used in new carriers sourced from UK mills

It has been revealed that only 6% of the steel used in the Queen Elizabeth class came from overseas.

Royal Navy to receive new navigation radar systems

New navigation radar systems will be fitted to more than 60 Royal Navy ships, submarines and shore facilities as part of a £44 million contract.
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MoD again confirm UK retains operational control of Trident

Media claims that the UK needs US permission to fire Trident missiles has forced the MoD to once more confirm UK control.

Major anti-terrorism exercise in Glasgow completed

A shopping centre in the Glasgow area was the scene for a training exercise to test the response of the emergency services to a major firearms attack.

Active shooter reported at San Diego Naval Medical Centre

Active shooter in San Diego Naval Medical Center, occupants advised to "run, hide, or fight."

British and American F-35’s headed to UK air shows

At least one British F-35 will join US Marine Corps aircraft and participate in air shows this year.

F-35 meets 2015 goals

The US Department of Defence accepted its 45th F-35 aircraft delivery for 2015, meeting the production goal for the year.