Progress reports

An important aspect of the SVC role is to provide scrutiny and supportive challenge to policy makers and those providing services to the veteran community. Beginning in 2019, the SVC has published an annual electronic Progress Report tracking the progress made in implementing the Commissioner’s recommendations from his / her thematic reports. The electronic reports highlight successes as well as areas requiring more attention.

Since the office of the SVC was established in 2014 there have been 12 thematic reports published, resulting in a total of 96 recommendations made to Scottish Ministers, all of which have been accepted in full. The most recent recommendations made in ‘Veterans and the Law – 2024’ and ‘Veterans and Finance – 2025’ will be assessed for the first time in 2026.

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I’m pleased that the Scottish Veterans Fund is now open for applications and I look forward to chairing the panel. I hope to see many of the commendable projects delivering expert help to the veteran community come forward for funding. 

You can find more information on the main and small funding streams via the link in our bio and you can apply between now and 5th of December.
I’m pleased that the Scottish Veterans Fund is now open for applications and I look forward to chairing the panel. I hope to see many of the commendable projects delivering expert help to the veteran community come forward for funding. You can find more information on the main and small funding streams via the link in our bio and you can apply between now and 5th of December.
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A really valuable day of insight yesterday with updates and networking at Firm Base conference arranged by 51 Bde. 

Very encouraging to hear the range of policy and practice support for Serving people, families and the veteran community. Although there is still work to do to ensure that none are disadvantaged because of their Service.
A really valuable day of insight yesterday with updates and networking at Firm Base conference arranged by 51 Bde. Very encouraging to hear the range of policy and practice support for Serving people, families and the veteran community. Although there is still work to do to ensure that none are disadvantaged because of their Service.
2 days ago
Today, the SVC Office was represented at a moving and poignant re-dedication ceremony for the newly restored @scotvetres memorial. 

In the Eastern Cemetery in Edinburgh, it carries the names of more than 220 veterans who lived at Whitefoord House from 1911 onwards.
Today, the SVC Office was represented at a moving and poignant re-dedication ceremony for the newly restored @scotvetres memorial. In the Eastern Cemetery in Edinburgh, it carries the names of more than 220 veterans who lived at Whitefoord House from 1911 onwards.
3 days ago
This year’s Progress Report marked a major milestone - for the first time, no recommendations were rated red. 

In my latest blog, I reflect on a decade of progress and the importance of ensuring it translates into meaningful improvements for the veteran community.

Read more at the link in my bio 🔗
This year’s Progress Report marked a major milestone - for the first time, no recommendations were rated red. In my latest blog, I reflect on a decade of progress and the importance of ensuring it translates into meaningful improvements for the veteran community. Read more at the link in my bio 🔗
4 days ago
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