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See Me explored the experiences of veterans all over Scotland to launch The Guard campaign, which aims to encourages veterans who are struggling with their mental health to ask for help more quickly.

SeeMe event

On average it takes more than 10 years for a veteran to seek support for their mental health, with many reaching crisis point before telling anyone. This is a vital campaign putting the stories of five veterans at its heart.

I was invited to the launch of the campaign at Waverley station, where portraits of the veterans were on display, accompanied by a QR code which people can scan to hear their stories. I met the veterans who had bravely put themselves forward for the campaign, including Stacey, who now works for Combat Stress, supporting fellow veterans with their mental health. You can view more about the campaign here.

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This Tuesday afternoon, there will be a Scottish Parliament debate on Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community in Scotland.

I've highlighted the findings of my 2025 progress report to MSPs, including areas where improvement is needed and attention should be focused as a priority.

You can watch live on Tuesday at scottishparliament.tv ๐Ÿ“บ
This Tuesday afternoon, there will be a Scottish Parliament debate on Support for the Veterans and Armed Forces Community in Scotland. I've highlighted the findings of my 2025 progress report to MSPs, including areas where improvement is needed and attention should be focused as a priority. You can watch live on Tuesday at scottishparliament.tv ๐Ÿ“บ
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It's #GriefAwarenessWeek - a time to promote better understanding of the impact of grief, and highlight support. 

Last month, I published my report reviewing support for the military bereaved community, who face uniquely complex challenges.

Learn more in my latest blog, available at the link in my bio - SVC News and Blogs ๐Ÿ”—
It's #GriefAwarenessWeek - a time to promote better understanding of the impact of grief, and highlight support. Last month, I published my report reviewing support for the military bereaved community, who face uniquely complex challenges. Learn more in my latest blog, available at the link in my bio - SVC News and Blogs ๐Ÿ”—
3 days ago
November was a busy month - from moving Remembrance events to updates from partners in areas such as housing and support for Service children and women veterans. 

I also launched my report on Support for the Bereaved Community.

Read more in my round-up at the link in my bio - SVC - news and blogs ๐Ÿ”—
November was a busy month - from moving Remembrance events to updates from partners in areas such as housing and support for Service children and women veterans. I also launched my report on Support for the Bereaved Community. Read more in my round-up at the link in my bio - SVC - news and blogs ๐Ÿ”—
4 days ago
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.
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