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Posted on May 10 2024 at 15:49

Career Transition Partnership (CTP) Employment Fair

Scottish Veterans Commissioner Susie Hamilton at the CTP Employment Fair in EdinburghIt was encouraging to see such a strong turnout at the CTP Employment Fair in Edinburgh, with representatives from 90 businesses and over 400 military personnel in attendance. It was also a great opportunity to hear an update on changes to the CTP delivery contract, which will see Service leavers offered more support for finding jobs in civilian life.

Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company

Scotland's Bravest Manufacturing Company 5th anniversary celebrationsI was delighted to attend an event celebrating the 5th birthday of Scotland’s Bravest Manufacturing Company, where they were awarded with a King's Award for Enterprise. Research led by Glasgow Caledonian University evidenced real impact on the lives of veterans working there, including increased skills and confidence. It was a pleasure catching up with inspirational Training Manager Julie, as well as hearing from veterans that I had met on a previous visits about how they continue to benefit from working in a supportive environment.

Scottish Veteran Awards

Scottish Veterans Commissioner Susie Hamilton with Reservist of the Year Award winner Christian Jetuah at the Scottish Veterans Awards 2024

I had an inspiring evening at the Scottish Veterans Awards, meeting with many of the winners and finalists and hearing about their achievements. It was a privilege to meet Christian Jetuah and present him with the Reservist of the Year Award. The Awards are an excellent showcase of the impact that veterans can make in business, fitness, sport and the wider community, and an opportunity to recognise the companies that go above and beyond to support the military community.

Female Veterans Transformation Programme

I had a meeting with Liza Jarvis, Project Lead of the Female Veterans Transformation Programme (FVTP), to discuss the importance of ensuring that the voices of women veterans across Scotland are heard.

The Programme launched its consultation and co-production phase last month, in which it is seeking the views of women veterans and the services that support them to complete an online questionnaire and consider taking part in focus groups.

You can learn more about the FVTP and getting involved here.

 

Veterans working in the NHS

Scottish Veterans Commissioner Susie Hamilton at a NAAFi break with the Armed Forces Network at St John's Hospital in LivingstonI was invited along to St John's Hospital in Livingston where staff in the Armed Forces Network were sharing a 'NAAFI break'.

It was great to meet veterans in a wide range of NHS Scotland roles from administration to engineering, and to hear more about their varied career paths which took them from the military to our NHS.

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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 🔗
19 hours 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 🔗
1 day 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
It's #GriefAwarenessWeek - a time to promote better understanding of the impact of grief, and highlight support. Last month, I published my report reviewing support for the military bereaved community, who face uniquely complex challenges. Learn more in my latest blog, available at the link in my bio - SVC News and Blogs 🔗
It's #GriefAwarenessWeek - a time to promote better understanding of the impact of grief, and highlight support. Last month, I published my report reviewing support for the military bereaved community, who face uniquely complex challenges. Learn more in my latest blog, available at the link in my bio - SVC News and Blogs 🔗
6 days ago
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