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
AJAX turret firing trials completes manned firing trial
The turret for the British Army's AJAX vehicle has successfully completed initial manned live firing trials.
The milestone took place last month at a trial...
HMS Ocean settles into NATO group flagship role
HMS Ocean has now settled into the NATO SNMG2 Flagship role after taking over from HMS Diamond.
British jets continue to strike Islamic State as the group loses territory
Already in November UK aircraft have struck Islamic State command posts in Al Qaim, supporting the Iraqi Security Forces liberating the city and eliminated mortar teams and destroyed parts of the terrorist’s tunnel network in eastern Syria.
Germany looking to purchase F-35 to replace Tornado fleet
The German Air Force has issued a formal request for information about the F-35, as well as three other jets, with the F-35 being their 'preference'.
F-35A airframe completes third life testing in East Yorkshire facility
A full scale durability test airframe of the F-35A aircraft has successfully completed its third life testing say BAE.
US carriers in large Pacific operation amid North Korea tensions
The USS Ronald Reagan, USS Nimitz and USS Theodore Roosevelt strike groups will commence a three-carrier strike force exercise in the Western Pacific this week.
Babcock and BMT team up on Type 31e Frigate bid
Babcock and BMT signed the cooperation agreement yesterday, the agreement will focus on the recently announced Type 31e Frigate to offer a design partnership to the MoD.
Gibraltar ‘of great importance to the UK and our armed forces’ says Minister
Minister for the Armed Forces Mark Lancaster has arrived in Gibraltar and outlined his governments support for the territory.
Government announce plans to ‘step up commitment’ to European security to counter Russia
The Government say they are increasing the British commitment to European security.
Extent of low flying compensation awards from the MoD revealed
The response to a Freedom of Information request on low flying has revealed the extent of low flying compensation claims paid out by the Ministry of Defence.
