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In monitoring progress in the delivery of SVC recommendations to the Scottish Government it is important to consider the impact on those I aim to support, namely veterans and their families. Their lives should benefit from the changing policy and practices that result from these recommendations.

The action necessary to make things better can be complex, often calling for joined-up thinking and collaboration across different agencies and change doesn’t happen overnight but we are starting to see real improvement. That is down to the effort of many individuals and organisations who have got behind the recommendations and worked together to influence and deliver change. That should be acknowledged and celebrated. This separate report on impact sets out all SVC recommendations fully achieved as at September 2025. Many more have progressed and are showing as partially implemented or implemented but work should continue to embed in my main progress report.

You can view all SVC recommendations fully achieved below.

Browse previous recommendations

Recommendations from Transition in Scotland, 2015

Recommendations from Housing for Service Leavers & Veterans in Scotland, 2016

Recommendations from The Veterans Community – Employability, Skills and Learning, 2016

Recommendations from Veterans Health and Wellbeing - A Distinctive Scottish Approach, 2018

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At last night's meeting of the Cross Party Working Group on Veterans and Armed Forces Families, we heard valuable insights into new research on Service children with Additional Support Needs, as well as an encouraging update on the Thrive Together programme. The Convener, Maurice Golden MSP, and the Chair, Maurice Corry, offered heartfelt thanks to the outgoing group secretary Jim Wilson, and presented him with tokens of esteem in recognition of his many years of service. I join them both in expressing my appreciation and wishing Jim every success in his future endeavours.
At last night's meeting of the Cross Party Working Group on Veterans and Armed Forces Families, we heard valuable insights into new research on Service children with Additional Support Needs, as well as an encouraging update on the Thrive Together programme. The Convener, Maurice Golden MSP, and the Chair, Maurice Corry, offered heartfelt thanks to the outgoing group secretary Jim Wilson, and presented him with tokens of esteem in recognition of his many years of service. I join them both in expressing my appreciation and wishing Jim every success in his future endeavours.
9 hours ago
Encouraging to hear commitment from across the Scottish Parliament to collaborate in supporting the veteran community during today's debate. Importantly, it was also pleasing to hear recognition of the benefits that veterans and families bring to our communities across Scotland. My 2025 progress leaflet recognises notable recent achievements in the delivery of improved statutory support and services for the veteran community, while also highlighting areas where improvement is required. You can access the leaflet via the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
Encouraging to hear commitment from across the Scottish Parliament to collaborate in supporting the veteran community during today's debate. Importantly, it was also pleasing to hear recognition of the benefits that veterans and families bring to our communities across Scotland. My 2025 progress leaflet recognises notable recent achievements in the delivery of improved statutory support and services for the veteran community, while also highlighting areas where improvement is required. You can access the leaflet via the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
1 day ago
@housingopsscot has updated its guide on Finding a home in Scotland as a member of the Armed Forces community - a valuable resource to help people make informed decisions on their housing or accommodation options. Read the refreshed guide at the link in my bio (Other links) or at housingoptionsscotland.org.uk 🔗
@housingopsscot has updated its guide on Finding a home in Scotland as a member of the Armed Forces community - a valuable resource to help people make informed decisions on their housing or accommodation options. Read the refreshed guide at the link in my bio (Other links) or at housingoptionsscotland.org.uk 🔗
2 days ago
This Tuesday afternoon, there will be a Scottish Parliament debate on Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community in Scotland. I've highlighted the findings of my 2025 progress report to MSPs, including areas where improvement is needed and attention should be focused as a priority. You can watch live on Tuesday at scottishparliament.tv 📺
This Tuesday afternoon, there will be a Scottish Parliament debate on Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community in Scotland. I've highlighted the findings of my 2025 progress report to MSPs, including areas where improvement is needed and attention should be focused as a priority. You can watch live on Tuesday at scottishparliament.tv 📺
4 days ago
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