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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I was proud to join the Lord Lieutenant of East Lothian and Provost of East Lothian, along with councillors, veterans and cadets at the Armed Forces Week flag raising in Haddington today.

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I was proud to join the Lord Lieutenant of East Lothian and Provost of East Lothian, along with councillors, veterans and cadets at the Armed Forces Week flag raising in Haddington today. #SaluteOurForces #ArmedForcesDay #ArmedForcesCommunity @eastlothiancouncil
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It’s #ArmedForcesWeek, a chance to come together to honour the dedication of our serving personnel, reservists, veterans, cadets, and the loved ones who support them. Together they make up a diverse and vibrant community that should be recognised and celebrated.

#SaluteOurForces
#ArmedForcesDay
#ArmedForcesCommunity
It’s #ArmedForcesWeek, a chance to come together to honour the dedication of our serving personnel, reservists, veterans, cadets, and the loved ones who support them. Together they make up a diverse and vibrant community that should be recognised and celebrated. #SaluteOurForces #ArmedForcesDay #ArmedForcesCommunity
12 hours ago
Forces Children Scotland marked the 5th anniversary of their rebrand today with a joyful celebration of five recent projects delivered with and for children and young people from Forces and veteran families.
I was delighted to present medals to some of the young people who co-produced the Forces Children’s Rights Charter, recognising their nominations for the Celebrating Forces Families Awards — a well-deserved tribute to their dedication and impact.
Meanwhile, also at Edinburgh Napier University’s Craiglockhart Campus, the Armed Forces Community Big Day Out was in full swing. The event was officially opened by the Lord Provost of Edinburgh, Cllr Robert Aldridge, and attended by the Armed Forces Minister, Louise Sandher-Jones MP — a fantastic show of support for our armed forces community.

#ArmedForcesDay

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Forces Children Scotland marked the 5th anniversary of their rebrand today with a joyful celebration of five recent projects delivered with and for children and young people from Forces and veteran families. I was delighted to present medals to some of the young people who co-produced the Forces Children’s Rights Charter, recognising their nominations for the Celebrating Forces Families Awards — a well-deserved tribute to their dedication and impact. Meanwhile, also at Edinburgh Napier University’s Craiglockhart Campus, the Armed Forces Community Big Day Out was in full swing. The event was officially opened by the Lord Provost of Edinburgh, Cllr Robert Aldridge, and attended by the Armed Forces Minister, Louise Sandher-Jones MP — a fantastic show of support for our armed forces community. #ArmedForcesDay @forceschildrenscotland @lordprovostedinburgh @louisesandherjones4ned
2 days ago
Today I’ve published my new report on veterans and employment.

Employment is key to a successful transition to civilian life, and while most veterans go on to thrive in second careers, some still need support.

Scotland has made strong progress, but more can be done. We must turn intent into consistent action, strengthen leadership and data, and ensure every veteran can access the opportunities available.

Read the full report at the link in my bio 🔗
Today I’ve published my new report on veterans and employment. Employment is key to a successful transition to civilian life, and while most veterans go on to thrive in second careers, some still need support. Scotland has made strong progress, but more can be done. We must turn intent into consistent action, strengthen leadership and data, and ensure every veteran can access the opportunities available. Read the full report at the link in my bio 🔗
3 days ago
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