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George Allison

George Allison
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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

The North Korean crisis and the risk of nuclear war

Oliver Steward argues that there is a real concern that there is an increasing risk of war in the Korean peninsula, do you agree?

HMS Prince of Wales entry to service will be ‘more efficient’ thanks to lessons...

The second Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carrier, HMS Prince of Wales, will benefit from 'lessons learned' in the construction of HMS Queen Elizabeth.

Campaign to name new frigate HMS Plymouth picks up speed

The campaign to name a new City class frigate after Plymouth appears to be picking up speed.

RFA Tidesurge named in South Korea

The third of the Royal Fleet Auxiliary’s new Tide class tankers, RFA Tidesurge, has been formally named.

WATCH: Sea Ceptor air defence missile in successful first firing

Defence Minister Harriett Baldwin announced today that the first firings of the new Sea Ceptor air defence missile have been successfully conducted.

HMS Penzance returns to the UK after three years in the Gulf

HMS Penzance returned to Faslane after spending three years helping to protect vital waterways in the Gulf. Sailing the ship as it made its way...

Argentinian Navy patrol ship ‘Islas Malvinas’ runs aground

Argentinian Navy patrol ship 'Islas Malvinas' reportedly ran aground this weekend on Ushuaia beach, Beagle Channel, shortly after leaving Ushuaia Naval Base.

BMT introduces VENARI-85 a new MCM concept design

BMT has launched VENARI-85, a new mine countermeasure (MCM) concept design capable of clearing mines over a greater area and with less risk to the crew.

F-35Bs and B-1B Bombers in show of force against North Korea

F-35B aircraft, joined B-1B Lancer bombers for the first time in a mission with Japan and South Korean in a deliberate show of force against North Korea.

Australia in $360m deal to upgrade MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopters

The US State Department has approved an upgrade programme for Australian MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopters.