Providing scrutiny and supportive challenge to policy makers and those providing services to veterans is an important aspect of the Scottish Veterans Commissioner’s Role. The Scottish Government has accepted all recommendations made in SVC reports and has continued to drive improvements aimed at making things better for veterans and their families living in Scotland.

Progress towards delivery is monitored by the Commissioner. Her assessment of progress is based on factual updates provided by Scottish Government officials, along with other evidence available and the Commissioner’s own knowledge and observations.

Key

  • Not implemented
  • Partially implemented
  • Implemented but work should continue to embed
  • Fully implemented
  • Superseded

A standard traffic lights scale is used to rate and show progress. The aim is to provide an independent and impactful visual of overall progress so we can see ‘how we are doing’. The picture it presents supports scrutiny and debate around delivery of SVC recommendations and helps focus attention on areas where more effort is required.

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A useful day in Ayr at the @housingopsscot roadshow.

I heard more about Military Matters, which provides expert housing advice to members of the Armed Forces and veteran community and connects people with the wider military support network.

Thank you to the team for sharing more about this important work.

#VeteransScotland #HousingSupport #ArmedForcesCommunity
A useful day in Ayr at the @housingopsscot roadshow. I heard more about Military Matters, which provides expert housing advice to members of the Armed Forces and veteran community and connects people with the wider military support network. Thank you to the team for sharing more about this important work. #VeteransScotland #HousingSupport #ArmedForcesCommunity
10 hours ago
A few moments from September.

I published my 2026 Progress Report, welcomed @beyondthewireuk’s new bereavement hub and met people working across mental health, employment, family support and the @poppyscotland Appeal.

I was also delighted to confirm that I will continue as Scottish Veterans Commissioner until June 2027.

You can read my full September round-up through the link in our bio.
A few moments from September. I published my 2026 Progress Report, welcomed @beyondthewireuk’s new bereavement hub and met people working across mental health, employment, family support and the @poppyscotland Appeal. I was also delighted to confirm that I will continue as Scottish Veterans Commissioner until June 2027. You can read my full September round-up through the link in our bio.
2 days ago
A wonderful evening celebrating 10 years of the @veteransfoundationuk.

We heard an inspiring address from @markormrod, enjoyed a beautiful performance by the @militarywiveschoirs and learned more about the Foundation’s plans to increase its support for the Armed Forces community.

It was also good to meet some of the organisations already receiving funding, including @scotvetres and @operation_cairngorms.

I had the pleasure of catching up with Rachael Harger of the @niveteranscommissioner and heard more about their work.

The evening marked the launch of the Armed Forces Pledge, giving everyone an opportunity to say thank you to the nation’s veterans.

Find out more through the link in our bio.

#Veterans #ArmedForcesCommunity
A wonderful evening celebrating 10 years of the @veteransfoundationuk. We heard an inspiring address from @markormrod, enjoyed a beautiful performance by the @militarywiveschoirs and learned more about the Foundation’s plans to increase its support for the Armed Forces community. It was also good to meet some of the organisations already receiving funding, including @scotvetres and @operation_cairngorms. I had the pleasure of catching up with Rachael Harger of the @niveteranscommissioner and heard more about their work. The evening marked the launch of the Armed Forces Pledge, giving everyone an opportunity to say thank you to the nation’s veterans. Find out more through the link in our bio. #Veterans #ArmedForcesCommunity
1 week ago
Dawn joined the Royal Navy at 17, ready to build a career. The Armed Forces LGBT Ban cut that career short.

If the Ban affected your Service between 1967 and 2000, you may be eligible for financial or non-financial recognition.

Support is available throughout the application process.

Applications close on 12 December 2026.

Applications from women veterans and veterans in Scotland are lower than expected – if you know someone who may be eligible, please share this message.

Find out more via the link in our bio.

#DawnDeservedToServe #LGBTBan #ArmedForcesGayBan #YouDeserveRecognition
Dawn joined the Royal Navy at 17, ready to build a career. The Armed Forces LGBT Ban cut that career short. If the Ban affected your Service between 1967 and 2000, you may be eligible for financial or non-financial recognition. Support is available throughout the application process. Applications close on 12 December 2026. Applications from women veterans and veterans in Scotland are lower than expected – if you know someone who may be eligible, please share this message. Find out more via the link in our bio. #DawnDeservedToServe #LGBTBan #ArmedForcesGayBan #YouDeserveRecognition
1 week ago
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