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
Type 31e Frigates could be built in yards in both Scotland and England
Babcock and BMT recently signed a cooperation agreement which could see the Type 31e Frigate built in Rosyth, Scotland and Appledore, Devon if their bid is successful.
MoD sites including Faslane now ‘below the minimum security level needed’ to protect against...
Defence Police Federation chairman Eamon Keating has warned that cuts have jeopardised security at the Faslane and other MoD sites.
Russia caught using image from game as ‘irrefutable evidence’ of US support for Islamic...
An image from the game 'AC-130 Gunship Simulator: Special Ops Squadron' has been used by the Russian defence ministry as ‘irrefutable evidence’ of cooperation between US forces and Islamic State militants in Syria.
Coalition strikes continue against Islamic State
Coalition military forces continue to attack Islamic State, conducting 23 strikes consisting of 28 engagements last week, officials reported today.
Chief of the Defence Staff warns Britain faces ‘gathering storm’ of threats
Air Chief Marshal Sir Stuart Peach, Chief of the Defence Staff, warned that Britain must 'evolve, modernise and adapt' to cope with budget cuts.
Typhoon clocks up more ‘swing-role combat hours’ than any other new generation fighter say...
Eurofighter say that the Typhoon has clocked up more swing-role combat hours than any other new generation fighter in service today.
Type 26 Frigate a ‘very strong candidate’ for new Australian frigate
Defence Minister Harriett Baldwin has been in Australia discussing defence equipment and the Type 26 Frigate in particular.
US Defence Secretary hails ‘unmatched special relationship’ between US and UK
Newly appointed Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson was hosting his US counterpart in London for a bilateral meeting where they discussed the relationship between the two countries on defence.
Typhoon jet misses passenger plane by just under 250ft
A Typhoon missed a passenger aircraft by just 250ft after the civilian pilot dived to avoid it according to the UK Airprox Board.
US Defence Secretary: US and UK stand together on North Korea
US Defence Secretary Mattis has said the US and UK stand together against the increasing threat from North Korea.
