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I visited the award-winning Veterans Garden in Dumfries today, a warm, welcoming place where veterans can relax and be themselves, make friends, and access support if they need it. As well as growing flowers and veg, there are chickens, a woodwork shop and a new beehive. I really enjoyed meeting some of the veterans and community members (and their dogs!) over a cup of tea and hearing how much this group means to them.

From attending the @ctppartnerprogramme Employment Fair and marking the fifth anniversary of Scotland's Bravest Manufacturing Company, to meeting with the Female Veterans Transformation Programme about ensuring the voices of women veterans in Scotland are heard, April was another busy month. Read more in my monthly news round-up - Link in bio 🔗

On #VEDay we remember and honour those who served during WWII to achieve peace in Europe, and reflect on the sacrifices they made so that we could live the lives we lead today. #LestWeForget

A wonderful visit to Erskine's care home, transitional support accommodation and activity centre at Bishopton. The facilities are outstanding. It was a huge pleasure to meet some veterans who were uniformly full of praise for the dedicated staff and the difference that Erskine has made to their lives.