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Posted on June 9 2023 at 12:48

Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla

The Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla

It was a great honour to be invited to join several thousand veterans and NHS workers at a special viewing spot to take in key moments from the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. From outside Buckingham Palace, we enjoyed the processions, the appearance of the Royal Family on the balcony, and the Armed Forces fly past. The exciting atmosphere reflected the momentous occasion, and I felt hugely proud watching the great spectacle of the Armed Forces procession. The coronation of a new Commander-in-Chief is a significant occasion for the Armed Forces and veterans communities, and I was delighted to be given the opportunity to celebrate in such joyful and memorable surroundings.

Combat Stress

A group at Combat Stress’ new Edinburgh Hub

I had a very insightful visit to Combat Stress’ new Edinburgh Hub, where veterans in Scotland can access a range of specialist mental health services as residents or as outpatients. My thanks go to the Combat Stress team for the vital work they do, and for the veterans who were so open about their mental health and how Combat Stress has supported them to get well and stay well.

Veterans Sport Stirling

A group of people at Veterans Sport Stirling’s end of year engagement evening.

I was invited to attend Veterans Sport Stirling’s end of year engagement evening, where I had a lovely time chatting with the group members about their experiences and hearing more about the programmes on offer. The initiative brings together the local veterans community through sport and physical activity, providing health and wellbeing benefits plus an opportunity to socialise.

Lanarkshire Firm Base

Lanarkshire Firm Base was created in partnership with North and South Lanarkshire Council to lead on delivery of the key commitments contained in both councils’ Armed Forces Community Covenants. I attended their latest meeting for an update and found it very encouraging to hear about Local Authority Veterans Champions, NHS Veterans Champions, a representative from children’s services and a range of third sector organisations all working together to support veterans. I appreciated the chance to speak with the Chief Executive for South Lanarkshire Council, Cleland Sneddon, to learn more about the Councils’ joint approach to meeting the Covenant duties.

There was also an excellent brief from Gary Jamieson of RBLI about its Lifeworks service - a free employment support programme which helps veterans and family members of those currently serving to find meaningful employment. I look forward to engaging with Lifeworks later this year.

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Great to be in the gallery for the debate on support for the veterans and armed forces community in Scotland. A consensual debate highlighting the huge value contributed by our veteran community, the support available if needed, and the progress we still need to make. Always good to see Brigadier Andy Muddiman ADC and Brigadier Jody Davies MBE as well. Click the link 'other links' in our bio to read the Scottish Government Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community 2024 report.
Great to be in the gallery for the debate on support for the veterans and armed forces community in Scotland. A consensual debate highlighting the huge value contributed by our veteran community, the support available if needed, and the progress we still need to make. Always good to see Brigadier Andy Muddiman ADC and Brigadier Jody Davies MBE as well. Click the link 'other links' in our bio to read the Scottish Government Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community 2024 report.
14 hours ago
On International Volunteer Day, I'm celebrating the remarkable contribution that the support and dedication of volunteers make to the veteran community. As highlighted in my Anything But Uniform report, volunteering can make a huge difference in the lives of both beneficiaries and volunteers themselves. Ian Shiells, who volunteers with Fares4Free has shared his story to help raise awareness of volunteering. Click the link 'other links' in our bio to read.
On International Volunteer Day, I'm celebrating the remarkable contribution that the support and dedication of volunteers make to the veteran community. As highlighted in my Anything But Uniform report, volunteering can make a huge difference in the lives of both beneficiaries and volunteers themselves. Ian Shiells, who volunteers with Fares4Free has shared his story to help raise awareness of volunteering. Click the link 'other links' in our bio to read.
1 day ago
At the @veteranshousingscotland Annual Gathering on Thursday night, we heard how the charity's focus on people and partnership has enabled it to expand services this year. It was a pleasure to catch up with Anna Wright, CEO of @armedforcescovfundtrust.
At the @veteranshousingscotland Annual Gathering on Thursday night, we heard how the charity's focus on people and partnership has enabled it to expand services this year. It was a pleasure to catch up with Anna Wright, CEO of @armedforcescovfundtrust.
6 days ago
Having served in the previous HMS SHEFFIELD, it was a privilege to witness the first cutting of steel for the next RN ship to bear this name. The T26 class is being built by BAE Systems at Govan, a notable employer of ex-Service personnel in Scotland with a supportive Veterans Employee Recognition Group. I also met members of the HMS SHEFFIELD Association whose ship was so sadly lost in the Falklands conflict in 1982, and Cdr Andrew Loring RN, whose family presented this Sheffield steel valve wheel which his father had rescued from the first HMS SHEFFIELD commissioned in 1937.
Having served in the previous HMS SHEFFIELD, it was a privilege to witness the first cutting of steel for the next RN ship to bear this name. The T26 class is being built by BAE Systems at Govan, a notable employer of ex-Service personnel in Scotland with a supportive Veterans Employee Recognition Group. I also met members of the HMS SHEFFIELD Association whose ship was so sadly lost in the Falklands conflict in 1982, and Cdr Andrew Loring RN, whose family presented this Sheffield steel valve wheel which his father had rescued from the first HMS SHEFFIELD commissioned in 1937.
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