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
Meet HMS Glasgow, the first Type 26 ‘City class’ frigate
The Type 26 'City class' frigate represents the future backbone of the Royal Navy and eight of the class are planned, starting with HMS Glasgow.
Steel cut for first Type 26 Frigate, vessel named HMS Glasgow
Steel has been cut today on the Clyde for the first Type 26 Frigate, HMS Glasgow.
British P-8 aircrew reach 1,000 hours on the aircraft
Two Royal Air Force P-8 Poseidon aircrew have achieved 1,000 hours service on the aircraft type.
A-10 pilot describes flying combat missions against Islamic State
Lt. Col. Ben Rudolphi, 407th Expeditionary Operation Support Squadron commander, describes flying combat missions in the A-10 Thunderbolt II.
HMS Richmond escorts Chinese warships through the Channel
At the weekend, HMS Richmond escorted a trio of Chinese warships through the English Channel.
HMS Queen Elizabeth undergoing rectification and repair work due to propeller issues
It has been confirmed that the vessel is currently having rectification and repair work done after a propeller issue was identified in sea trials.
UK looks to industry for new ground-based ballistic missile defence radar capability
The MoD have issued a Request For Information regarding radar technology and capability for a new ground-based ballistic missile defence radar system.
Reaper takes out RPG team while Tornado and Typhoon jets strike snipers
It has been revealed that Reaper killed terrorists armed with rocket-propelled grenades, whilst Tornado and Typhoon jets dealt with three sniper teams and three other defended positions.
MoD social media spend increases 46% over same period last year
From January to June last year, the MoD spent £583,968 on social media. This year, they spent £853,832 according to official figures.
MoD to complete Apache AH-64E order by the end of the year
The Government have confirmed that they intend to order the full 50 AH-64E Apache helicopters set out in the Strategic Defence & Security Review by the end of the year.
