August Round-up

Recovery Through Comedy

Scottish Veterans Commissioner Susie Hamilton enjoys the Recovery Through Comedy show at the Poppy FactoryI was lucky enough to get a ticket for a special comedy show at this year’s Fringe, starring veterans from RBL's Recovery Through Comedy programme. The innovative five-day course teaches comedy techniques to improve self-confidence and wellbeing, and the participants I saw at the Poppy Factory last month had the audience in absolute stitches! You can read more about the show and the performers here.

 

 

 

Scottish Region Royal Artillery Association

Scottish Region Royal Artillery Association

I was greatly honoured to speak at the Scottish Region Royal Artillery Association Summer Meeting in Edinburgh. I very much enjoyed meeting members and it was interesting to hear the Association's innovative plans for the future.

 

 

 

 

Marking one year in post

Scottish Veterans Commissioner Susie Hamilton meets veterans at Lady Haig's Poppy FactoryIt’s hard to believe I’ve been in the SVC role for a whole year. I’ve had a really interesting year and am hugely grateful to all of the individuals and organisation who took time to chat with me. You can read more about my plans for the coming year in my news article about the milestone here, or catch up on some of my reflections and highlights in my blog post here.

 

 

 

Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The Royal Edinburgh Military TattooIt was an enormous privilege to attend the Tattoo as part of the RAF Salute Takers Night. The outstanding performances showcased the very best of UK and international military musicians and it’s no surprise that people come from far and wide to enjoy this remarkable show. Congratulations to all involved with this incredible spectacle.

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It was a real pleasure to meet veterans and staff at @sightscotlandveterans' Linburn Centre last week. I heard first-hand how much the Centre means to those who use it - offering a wide range of activities, specialist support, and, above all, friendship and companionship. It was inspiring to see the positive impact the Centre has in helping visually impaired veterans lead active, independent, and fulfilling lives.
It was a real pleasure to meet veterans and staff at @sightscotlandveterans' Linburn Centre last week. I heard first-hand how much the Centre means to those who use it - offering a wide range of activities, specialist support, and, above all, friendship and companionship. It was inspiring to see the positive impact the Centre has in helping visually impaired veterans lead active, independent, and fulfilling lives.
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The opening of the Garden of Remembrance at Kelvingrove in Glasgow yesterday was a deeply moving and reflective occasion. The Lord Provost of Glasgow, serving members of the Armed Forces, MSPs, veterans, families, and members of the wider community came together to honour and remember all those who gave their lives – and the loved ones they left behind – in the cause of our freedom.

After the service, I was delighted to meet Roy Geddes MC, Regional Manager of Erskine’s Activity Centres in Bishopton and Forres.
The opening of the Garden of Remembrance at Kelvingrove in Glasgow yesterday was a deeply moving and reflective occasion. The Lord Provost of Glasgow, serving members of the Armed Forces, MSPs, veterans, families, and members of the wider community came together to honour and remember all those who gave their lives – and the loved ones they left behind – in the cause of our freedom. After the service, I was delighted to meet Roy Geddes MC, Regional Manager of Erskine’s Activity Centres in Bishopton and Forres.
3 days ago
Edinburgh's Garden of Remembrance was opened today with a moving service. I was delighted to catch up with Sheila Elrick, Chair of @royalbritishlegionscotland's Women's Section.

#Remembrance #RemembranceDay #ArmisticeDay #LestWeForget
Edinburgh's Garden of Remembrance was opened today with a moving service. I was delighted to catch up with Sheila Elrick, Chair of @royalbritishlegionscotland's Women's Section. #Remembrance #RemembranceDay #ArmisticeDay #LestWeForget
4 days ago
I’m pleased that the Scottish Veterans Fund is now open for applications and I look forward to chairing the panel. I hope to see many of the commendable projects delivering expert help to the veteran community come forward for funding. 

You can find more information on the main and small funding streams via the link in our bio and you can apply between now and 5th of December.
I’m pleased that the Scottish Veterans Fund is now open for applications and I look forward to chairing the panel. I hope to see many of the commendable projects delivering expert help to the veteran community come forward for funding. You can find more information on the main and small funding streams via the link in our bio and you can apply between now and 5th of December.
1 week ago
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