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November and December Round-up

Dec 17, 2024: A round-up of engagement from November and December, and wishes for the festive season.

UK Government launches LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme for veterans affected by military homosexuality ban

Dec 12, 2024: LGBT+ veterans who served under the British Armed Forces homosexuality ban could receive up to £70,000 each.

Supporting Veterans in the Justice System: Good Practice

Nov 13, 2024: Highlighting some of the exemplary work taking place to support veterans in Scotland's justice system.

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Veterans and the Law
Oct 2024
Community and Relationships: Anything but Uniform
Jan 2024
Positive Futures: Getting Transition Right in Scotland – Health and Wellbeing
Mar 2022
Positive Futures: Getting Transition Right in Scotland – Housing: Making a Home in Civilian Society
Jun 2021

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Always a pleasure to meet the veterans, volunteers and staff at @lothiansvets, who had the opportunity to hear from and speak with Minister for Veterans @alcarns DSO OBE MC MP during his visit to Scotland.
Always a pleasure to meet the veterans, volunteers and staff at @lothiansvets, who had the opportunity to hear from and speak with Minister for Veterans @alcarns DSO OBE MC MP during his visit to Scotland.
15 hours ago
A constructive and in-depth conversation with UK Minister for Veterans and People at the Ministry of Defence, @alcarns MP, today, followed by useful presentations and discussions with individuals and organisations working to support Scotland's veteran community. Thanks to @edinburghnapier for hosting us in such a historic setting.
A constructive and in-depth conversation with UK Minister for Veterans and People at the Ministry of Defence, @alcarns MP, today, followed by useful presentations and discussions with individuals and organisations working to support Scotland's veteran community. Thanks to @edinburghnapier for hosting us in such a historic setting.
4 days ago
Congratulations and welcome to new Veterans Commissioner for Northern Ireland, David Johnstone. I look forward to working with him to share insights, discuss challenges, and explore ways we can work collaboratively to drive positive change for the veteran community across the UK.
Congratulations and welcome to new Veterans Commissioner for Northern Ireland, David Johnstone. I look forward to working with him to share insights, discuss challenges, and explore ways we can work collaboratively to drive positive change for the veteran community across the UK.
5 days ago
The SVC office is closing for the Christmas break today, Friday 20 December, and will reopen on Monday 6 January. Wishing everyone a joyful Christmas and a New year filled with peace and fulfilment.
The SVC office is closing for the Christmas break today, Friday 20 December, and will reopen on Monday 6 January. Wishing everyone a joyful Christmas and a New year filled with peace and fulfilment.
3 weeks ago
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