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By listening to the experiences of veterans and engaging with the public, private and voluntary organisations that represent them, I can make recommendations and observations that aim to help improve the support available to our veterans. Previous reports published by my office can be found here.

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It was a pleasure to join staff, trustees and volunteers for the launch of charity Vector24 (formerly Fares4Free). 

I joined representatives from Veterans Scotland and other organisations to hear about the charity's new brand and operating model.
It was a pleasure to join staff, trustees and volunteers for the launch of charity Vector24 (formerly Fares4Free). I joined representatives from Veterans Scotland and other organisations to hear about the charity's new brand and operating model.
3 days ago
My 2025 assessment of Scottish Government progress on implementing SVC recommendations is live. 

For the first time, no recommendations are rated red, however, I remain focused on ensuring that activity translates to meaningful outcomes for the veteran community in Scotland.

Read more at the link in my bio ๐Ÿ”—
My 2025 assessment of Scottish Government progress on implementing SVC recommendations is live. For the first time, no recommendations are rated red, however, I remain focused on ensuring that activity translates to meaningful outcomes for the veteran community in Scotland. Read more at the link in my bio ๐Ÿ”—
5 days ago
From commemorating the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and honouring forgotten Commonwealth soldiers, to taking in the spectacle of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and welcoming a new clinical service for veterans living with long-term military-related injuries or conditions, August was full of highlights. 

Read my monthly round-up using the link in my bio ๐Ÿ”—
From commemorating the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and honouring forgotten Commonwealth soldiers, to taking in the spectacle of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and welcoming a new clinical service for veterans living with long-term military-related injuries or conditions, August was full of highlights. Read my monthly round-up using the link in my bio ๐Ÿ”—
1 week ago
A constructive meeting today with Veterans Minister Graeme Dey MSP. We discussed key concerns that will be highlighted in my forthcoming progress report, as well as encouraging examples of improvement in policy and practice that are making a difference for Scotland's veteran community.
A constructive meeting today with Veterans Minister Graeme Dey MSP. We discussed key concerns that will be highlighted in my forthcoming progress report, as well as encouraging examples of improvement in policy and practice that are making a difference for Scotland's veteran community.
1 week ago
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