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Privacy policy

Effective from 21 April 2023

The Scottish Veterans Commissioner’s Office takes your privacy very seriously. We want you to know the steps we have taken to ensure your right to privacy is upheld within our digital channels. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use and disclosure of Personal Information when visiting our website.

Your information will not be used or shared with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy. We use your Personal Information for providing and improving the Service. By visiting this website you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Cookies on our website

Our website uses cookies for various purposes. Cookies are text files containing small amounts of information which are downloaded to your phone, computer or other device by websites that you visit.

When you first came to our website you’ll have been told it sets cookies from Google Analytics to better allow us to understand how people use our site. You can choose to opt-out of setting this cookie on your device.

Google Analytics is used to collect information about the way people behave when they visit our site, such as the pages they visit, how long they visit from, and whether they are visiting from a desktop or a mobile device. This information is processed in a way that doesn’t identify anyone. We don’t make any attempt to try and find out who any of the individuals visiting our site are.

If you require more information on cookies, and how to disable or delete them go to http://www.aboutcookies.org/

Basis for processing

We rely on article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR to process data for analytics, which allows us to process personal data when it’s necessary for the purposes of our legitimate interests.

In this case, those interests are to improve how our site functions for our users, so that we’re better able to provide advice and information to our users.

Processing your personal information through web forms

Our website allows you to submit your personal information to us for a couple of reasons:

  • You can contact us over email using our contact form. When you do this, your details are sent to our website, then automatically deleted once they’re forwarded to our email server.
  • You can opt into receiving our newsletter, meaning your data will be stored on a database of newsletter recipient contacts. Your data will be stored securely and only accessed by authorised personnel for the agreed purpose of receiving the newsletter. You may opt out of these communications by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in any email we send.

If you have any more questions about your data and how it is used, please contact scottishveteranscommissioner@gov.scot.

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A pleasure to catch up with Sue Raw, Secretary of the War Widows Association following the extraordinarily poignant VJ Day 80 Anniversary Service at the Scottish National War Memorial. During the service we heard incredibly moving accounts from veterans and children of veterans. These brought to life the brutal conflict, which saw some of the most intense fighting of WWII and unspeakable cruelty toward prisoners of war. It reminds us of the debt that society owes to those who secured our country's freedom, and those who continue to do so.
A pleasure to catch up with Sue Raw, Secretary of the War Widows Association following the extraordinarily poignant VJ Day 80 Anniversary Service at the Scottish National War Memorial. During the service we heard incredibly moving accounts from veterans and children of veterans. These brought to life the brutal conflict, which saw some of the most intense fighting of WWII and unspeakable cruelty toward prisoners of war. It reminds us of the debt that society owes to those who secured our country's freedom, and those who continue to do so.
2 days ago
On the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day, we, the Veterans Commissioners for Scotland, Wales & NI, honour all who served in the Far East in WWII. Their courage, sacrifice and unity continue to inspire. Read our joint statement at the link in my bio 🔗 Lest we forget.
On the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day, we, the Veterans Commissioners for Scotland, Wales & NI, honour all who served in the Far East in WWII. Their courage, sacrifice and unity continue to inspire. Read our joint statement at the link in my bio 🔗 Lest we forget.
3 days ago
This Friday marks 80 years since Victory over Japan Day - when World War Two ended. We honour the courage and sacrifice of all Allied forces, remember the families who waited at home, and give thanks for the resilience of those faced with the enormous challenge of rebuilding. Read more in my blog - link in bio 🔗
This Friday marks 80 years since Victory over Japan Day - when World War Two ended. We honour the courage and sacrifice of all Allied forces, remember the families who waited at home, and give thanks for the resilience of those faced with the enormous challenge of rebuilding. Read more in my blog - link in bio 🔗
5 days ago
A useful meeting with CEO Abby Dryden, Margaret Partridge and Robert Reid from Defence Medical Welfare Service (@thedmws). Good to hear about the partnerships they are involved in across Scotland to support veterans who come in to contact with the health service.
A useful meeting with CEO Abby Dryden, Margaret Partridge and Robert Reid from Defence Medical Welfare Service (@thedmws). Good to hear about the partnerships they are involved in across Scotland to support veterans who come in to contact with the health service.
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