At 11am today, I will pause alongside people across Scotland.
Each of us may bring different memories to the silence, but for two minutes we stand together.
We remember those who gave their lives, those who came home and the families who stood behind them.
Remembrance belongs to all of us.
We will remember them.
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4 hours ago
A moving Remembrance weekend in Edinburgh.
From the Scottish Government’s Remembrance event to Scotland’s Festival of Remembrance at the Usher Hall and the Remembrance Sunday commemorations, each occasion offered an opportunity to reflect on the service and sacrifice of those who have served, and the families who support them.
It was also a privilege to meet George McLeod, formerly of the 4th Battalion, King’s Own Scottish Borderers, who will soon celebrate his 101st birthday.
#Remembrance #LestWeForget #ScottishVeterans
2 days ago
I attended a reception for the veteran community in Edinburgh, hosted by Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Scotland Melanie Ward MP.
It was good to join MPs, veterans and support organisations to celebrate the contribution veterans make both during and after military Service.
Pictured with Ms Ward and representatives from the Forces Employment Charity.
#ScottishVeterans #Veterans #ArmedForcesCommunity
4 days ago
A really useful discussion with Abby Dryden and Bob Reid from @thedmws.
It was good to hear about the projects they are leading and supporting across Scotland, their work with the veteran community and their plans for the future.
Thank you both for taking the time to meet.
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5 days ago
