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Posted on September 8 2023 at 19:16

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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A productive and valuable meeting yesterday with @veteransscotland and the Forces In Mind Trust. We shared key insights, upcoming plans, concerns across the sector and the positive progress being made. Collaboration like this strengthens our understanding and keeps us focused on what matters most - delivering meaningful, evidence-led improvement for the Veteran community in Scotland. Grateful to all involved for the continued commitment and partnership.
A productive and valuable meeting yesterday with @veteransscotland and the Forces In Mind Trust. We shared key insights, upcoming plans, concerns across the sector and the positive progress being made. Collaboration like this strengthens our understanding and keeps us focused on what matters most - delivering meaningful, evidence-led improvement for the Veteran community in Scotland. Grateful to all involved for the continued commitment and partnership.
2 days ago
Honoured to speak last night at the launch of the Service Children's Progression Alliance Impact Centre. This is an important step in putting evaluation and evidence at the heart of support for Service children, ensuring we understand what works, where gaps remain and how we can deliver better outcomes for those who share the unique experiences of Service life.
Honoured to speak last night at the launch of the Service Children's Progression Alliance Impact Centre. This is an important step in putting evaluation and evidence at the heart of support for Service children, ensuring we understand what works, where gaps remain and how we can deliver better outcomes for those who share the unique experiences of Service life.
3 days ago
Yesterday, the three Veterans Commissioners met with Al Carns MP, Minister for the Armed Forces, to continue discussions on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill. The meeting focused on the ongoing concerns around d protection for veterans and the impact of the proposed legislation. We will keep engaging constructively as the Bill develops to ensure veterans' voices and experiences remain central to the conversation.
Yesterday, the three Veterans Commissioners met with Al Carns MP, Minister for the Armed Forces, to continue discussions on the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill. The meeting focused on the ongoing concerns around d protection for veterans and the impact of the proposed legislation. We will keep engaging constructively as the Bill develops to ensure veterans' voices and experiences remain central to the conversation.
1 week ago
Yesterday, the Female Veterans' Transformation Programme formally launched its Female Veterans Toolkit in the historic surroundings of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. The Toolkit provides practical, evidence-based advice and information for those who seek to support female veterans. It was a welcome opportunity to meet many stakeholders and women veterans. I also caught up with the UK Minister for Veterans and People Louise Sandher-Jones MP, Director of the OVA Anisha Worbs, and the Veterans Commissioners for Wales and Northern Ireland. You can view the toolkit at the link in my bio - other links 🔗
Yesterday, the Female Veterans' Transformation Programme formally launched its Female Veterans Toolkit in the historic surroundings of the Royal Hospital Chelsea. The Toolkit provides practical, evidence-based advice and information for those who seek to support female veterans. It was a welcome opportunity to meet many stakeholders and women veterans. I also caught up with the UK Minister for Veterans and People Louise Sandher-Jones MP, Director of the OVA Anisha Worbs, and the Veterans Commissioners for Wales and Northern Ireland. You can view the toolkit at the link in my bio - other links 🔗
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