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Who is the Commissioner?

The current Scottish Veterans Commissioner is Lieutenant Commander (retired) Susie Hamilton.

Born and educated in Edinburgh, Susie served in the WRNS and the Royal Navy as an officer in the Marine Engineering Branch. She undertook a number of shore and sea appointments which included operational service in the Adriatic and the Gulf.

Susie Hamilton

On retiring from the Royal Navy as a Lieutenant Commander she worked for a short period in industry, followed by volunteering work with Scottish Veterans Residences.

She then joined the senior management team of SVR as the Head of External Relations, responsible for Fundraising, Marketing and Communications.

In her 14 successful years at SVR, Susie has met with a great many veterans and gained an extensive understanding of the range of issues that veterans and their families can encounter.

She has worked with organisations and individuals across Scotland who share her commitment in championing and supporting those who have served in the Armed Forces.

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Yesterday I was honoured to attend the service marking the dedication of the new LGBT+ Veterans Memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum, held in the presence of his Majesty The King. This poignant memorial honours those who served with courage and pride, including LGBT+ veterans who endured harmful treatment under the ban on homosexuality in the Armed Forces which remained in place until the year 2000. I was delighted to meet LGBT veterans Janice and Kent who had both travelled from Scotland for the event. The memorial stands as a powerful symbol of Remembrance, recognition and progress, ensuring that every veteran’s service is valued and respected.
Yesterday I was honoured to attend the service marking the dedication of the new LGBT+ Veterans Memorial at the National Memorial Arboretum, held in the presence of his Majesty The King. This poignant memorial honours those who served with courage and pride, including LGBT+ veterans who endured harmful treatment under the ban on homosexuality in the Armed Forces which remained in place until the year 2000. I was delighted to meet LGBT veterans Janice and Kent who had both travelled from Scotland for the event. The memorial stands as a powerful symbol of Remembrance, recognition and progress, ensuring that every veteran’s service is valued and respected.
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It was a real pleasure to meet veterans and staff at @sightscotlandveterans' Linburn Centre last week. I heard first-hand how much the Centre means to those who use it - offering a wide range of activities, specialist support, and, above all, friendship and companionship. It was inspiring to see the positive impact the Centre has in helping visually impaired veterans lead active, independent, and fulfilling lives.
It was a real pleasure to meet veterans and staff at @sightscotlandveterans' Linburn Centre last week. I heard first-hand how much the Centre means to those who use it - offering a wide range of activities, specialist support, and, above all, friendship and companionship. It was inspiring to see the positive impact the Centre has in helping visually impaired veterans lead active, independent, and fulfilling lives.
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The opening of the Garden of Remembrance at Kelvingrove in Glasgow yesterday was a deeply moving and reflective occasion. The Lord Provost of Glasgow, serving members of the Armed Forces, MSPs, veterans, families, and members of the wider community came together to honour and remember all those who gave their lives – and the loved ones they left behind – in the cause of our freedom. After the service, I was delighted to meet Roy Geddes MC, Regional Manager of Erskine’s Activity Centres in Bishopton and Forres.
The opening of the Garden of Remembrance at Kelvingrove in Glasgow yesterday was a deeply moving and reflective occasion. The Lord Provost of Glasgow, serving members of the Armed Forces, MSPs, veterans, families, and members of the wider community came together to honour and remember all those who gave their lives – and the loved ones they left behind – in the cause of our freedom. After the service, I was delighted to meet Roy Geddes MC, Regional Manager of Erskine’s Activity Centres in Bishopton and Forres.
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Edinburgh's Garden of Remembrance was opened today with a moving service. I was delighted to catch up with Sheila Elrick, Chair of @royalbritishlegionscotland's Women's Section. #Remembrance #RemembranceDay #ArmisticeDay #LestWeForget
Edinburgh's Garden of Remembrance was opened today with a moving service. I was delighted to catch up with Sheila Elrick, Chair of @royalbritishlegionscotland's Women's Section. #Remembrance #RemembranceDay #ArmisticeDay #LestWeForget
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