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Posted on September 8 2023 at 19:16

Recovery Through Comedy

I 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

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 Factory It’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

It 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 very much welcome the publication of the National Framework for the Veterans Mental Health & Wellbeing Pathway. This is a significant milestone. I have consistently advocated for the development and delivery of equitable and effective mental health and wellbeing services for veterans across Scotland. My annual assessment reports have stressed the importance I place on this. This is an issue that is frequently raised with me as I engage with veterans and those that support them. I hope and expect that the phased implementation of the pathway will continue to be a priority in the months ahead. A key principle of the next phase must be ensuring that no veteran in need is left without access to support. I am committed to doing everything I can to support this important work. You can find the framework at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗

18 hours ago

Last week was Debt Awareness Week, an opportunity to highlight the challenges many face with managing finances, and recognise available support. My latest blog revisits some of the insights from my Veterans and Finance report and spotlights some of the positive work being done in the money advice sector, including specialist support for veterans affected by money worries, debt, or gambling. Read more at the link in my bio - SVC news and blogs 🔗

1 day ago

Plenty of considered collaboration took place yesterday at a consultation event in Edinburgh on the delivery of VALOUR - a new national programme led by the UK Government to make it easier for veterans to access the care and support they deserve. Good to see representatives from Local Authorities, Health Boards, Scottish Government and the charity sector sharing their expertise to help shape the initiative. Read more about VALOUR at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗

2 days ago

A huge well done to all involved in Royal British Veterans Enterprise - RBVE’s first Chairman’s Great Tommy Sleep Out in Scotland. Together, RBVE and Scotland's Bravest Manufacturing Company staff, joined by defence sector leaders, endured a night of relentless weather to raise awareness and vital funds for veterans facing homelessness. Hosted at the historic Barnton Bunker in Edinburgh, the event also shone a spotlight on SBMC, where more than 70% of the workforce are veterans and/or people with disabilities.

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