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Privacy policy

Effective from 21 April 2023

The Scottish Veterans Commissioner’s Office takes your privacy very seriously. We want you to know the steps we have taken to ensure your right to privacy is upheld within our digital channels. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use and disclosure of Personal Information when visiting our website.

Your information will not be used or shared with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy. We use your Personal Information for providing and improving the Service. By visiting this website you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Cookies on our website

Our website uses cookies for various purposes. Cookies are text files containing small amounts of information which are downloaded to your phone, computer or other device by websites that you visit.

When you first came to our website you’ll have been told it sets cookies from Google Analytics to better allow us to understand how people use our site. You can choose to opt-out of setting this cookie on your device.

Google Analytics is used to collect information about the way people behave when they visit our site, such as the pages they visit, how long they visit from, and whether they are visiting from a desktop or a mobile device. This information is processed in a way that doesn’t identify anyone. We don’t make any attempt to try and find out who any of the individuals visiting our site are.

If you require more information on cookies, and how to disable or delete them go to http://www.aboutcookies.org/

Basis for processing

We rely on article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR to process data for analytics, which allows us to process personal data when it’s necessary for the purposes of our legitimate interests.

In this case, those interests are to improve how our site functions for our users, so that we’re better able to provide advice and information to our users.

Processing your personal information through web forms

Our website allows you to submit your personal information to us for a couple of reasons:

  • You can contact us over email using our contact form. When you do this, your details are sent to our website, then automatically deleted once they’re forwarded to our email server.
  • You can opt into receiving our newsletter, meaning your data will be stored on a database of newsletter recipient contacts. Your data will be stored securely and only accessed by authorised personnel for the agreed purpose of receiving the newsletter. You may opt out of these communications by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in any email we send.

If you have any more questions about your data and how it is used, please contact scottishveteranscommissioner@gov.scot.

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A useful day in Ayr at the @housingopsscot roadshow. I heard more about Military Matters, which provides expert housing advice to members of the Armed Forces and veteran community and connects people with the wider military support network. Thank you to the team for sharing more about this important work. #VeteransScotland #HousingSupport #ArmedForcesCommunity
A useful day in Ayr at the @housingopsscot roadshow. I heard more about Military Matters, which provides expert housing advice to members of the Armed Forces and veteran community and connects people with the wider military support network. Thank you to the team for sharing more about this important work. #VeteransScotland #HousingSupport #ArmedForcesCommunity
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A few moments from September. I published my 2026 Progress Report, welcomed @beyondthewireuk’s new bereavement hub and met people working across mental health, employment, family support and the @poppyscotland Appeal. I was also delighted to confirm that I will continue as Scottish Veterans Commissioner until June 2027. You can read my full September round-up through the link in our bio.
A few moments from September. I published my 2026 Progress Report, welcomed @beyondthewireuk’s new bereavement hub and met people working across mental health, employment, family support and the @poppyscotland Appeal. I was also delighted to confirm that I will continue as Scottish Veterans Commissioner until June 2027. You can read my full September round-up through the link in our bio.
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A wonderful evening celebrating 10 years of the @veteransfoundationuk. We heard an inspiring address from @markormrod, enjoyed a beautiful performance by the @militarywiveschoirs and learned more about the Foundation’s plans to increase its support for the Armed Forces community. It was also good to meet some of the organisations already receiving funding, including @scotvetres and @operation_cairngorms. I had the pleasure of catching up with Rachael Harger of the @niveteranscommissioner and heard more about their work. The evening marked the launch of the Armed Forces Pledge, giving everyone an opportunity to say thank you to the nation’s veterans. Find out more through the link in our bio. #Veterans #ArmedForcesCommunity
A wonderful evening celebrating 10 years of the @veteransfoundationuk. We heard an inspiring address from @markormrod, enjoyed a beautiful performance by the @militarywiveschoirs and learned more about the Foundation’s plans to increase its support for the Armed Forces community. It was also good to meet some of the organisations already receiving funding, including @scotvetres and @operation_cairngorms. I had the pleasure of catching up with Rachael Harger of the @niveteranscommissioner and heard more about their work. The evening marked the launch of the Armed Forces Pledge, giving everyone an opportunity to say thank you to the nation’s veterans. Find out more through the link in our bio. #Veterans #ArmedForcesCommunity
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Dawn joined the Royal Navy at 17, ready to build a career. The Armed Forces LGBT Ban cut that career short. If the Ban affected your Service between 1967 and 2000, you may be eligible for financial or non-financial recognition. Support is available throughout the application process. Applications close on 12 December 2026. Applications from women veterans and veterans in Scotland are lower than expected – if you know someone who may be eligible, please share this message. Find out more via the link in our bio. #DawnDeservedToServe #LGBTBan #ArmedForcesGayBan #YouDeserveRecognition
Dawn joined the Royal Navy at 17, ready to build a career. The Armed Forces LGBT Ban cut that career short. If the Ban affected your Service between 1967 and 2000, you may be eligible for financial or non-financial recognition. Support is available throughout the application process. Applications close on 12 December 2026. Applications from women veterans and veterans in Scotland are lower than expected – if you know someone who may be eligible, please share this message. Find out more via the link in our bio. #DawnDeservedToServe #LGBTBan #ArmedForcesGayBan #YouDeserveRecognition
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