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
Fact Check: How many jobs depend on Faslane?
Faslane is the second largest single-site employer in Scotland, after the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow, with around 11,000 jobs directly and indirectly reliant on the base.
500th F-35 pilot takes to the skies in major milestone
The 500th F-35 pilot across the project has taken flight in the jet after graduating training, marking an important milestone for the project.
‘Anti-drone’ protest staged at RAF Waddington, but are unmanned aircraft as dangerous as claimed?
Protestors have staged a demonstration outside RAF Waddington, angry at the use of remotely piloted aircraft - but why?
Senior Royal Navy officer resigns as Royal Navy faces drastic cuts
Rear-Admiral Alex Burton, commander UK maritime forces, has reportedly decided to resign from the Royal Navy in the face of mounting speculation over cuts.
NATO Secretary General visits Faslane near Glasgow
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg visited Her Majesty’s Naval Base Clyde at Faslane, Scotland, at the invitation of Michael Fallon.
The Queen Elizabeth class and their Integrated Mission System
The Aircraft Carrier Alliance have detailed the the Integrated Mission System that can be found aboard the Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers.
Royal Air Force Typhoons hone their skills in Oman
Eight Royal Air Force Typhoon aircraft from 6 Squadron, based at RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland have started a two week exercise in Oman.
Coalition strikes continue against Islamic State in Syria, Iraq
US and coalition military forces continued to attack Islamic State, conducting 48 strikes consisting of 54 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today.
RFA Mounts Bay continues support in the Caribbean
RFA Mounts Bay has returned to the British Virgin Islands and has docked off the coast of Tortola after assisting Dominica in the relief operations that followed hurricane Maria.
QinetiQ to support international maritime exercise Formidable Shield off Scotland
QinetiQ is due to support eight NATO countries in the Outer Hebrides as they take part in an international maritime exercise, Formidable Shield.
