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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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Congratulations to @lothiansvets for delivering another excellent event for women veterans on Saturday. Alongside comradeship and fun, the event included a useful update from the Female Veterans' Transformation Programme. It was also great to hear Dr Alethea McHardy launching her research project around the health of Service women and women veterans - @herserviceherhealth. Give this valuable project a follow and find out more at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
Congratulations to @lothiansvets for delivering another excellent event for women veterans on Saturday. Alongside comradeship and fun, the event included a useful update from the Female Veterans' Transformation Programme. It was also great to hear Dr Alethea McHardy launching her research project around the health of Service women and women veterans - @herserviceherhealth. Give this valuable project a follow and find out more at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
4 hours ago
It was a pleasure to meet Service Leavers, veterans and staff at the @barclaysuk campus in Glasgow, where the Military Work Placement Programme is underway. This gives military people an insight into working at Barclays, and provides valuable sessions such as mock interviews and a CV workshop. It was really useful to hear from veterans already employed at Barclays UK and to hear the views of Service Leavers. I was delighted to meet RAF veteran Shona again, who was connected to the Barclays scheme by Officers Association Scotland.
It was a pleasure to meet Service Leavers, veterans and staff at the @barclaysuk campus in Glasgow, where the Military Work Placement Programme is underway. This gives military people an insight into working at Barclays, and provides valuable sessions such as mock interviews and a CV workshop. It was really useful to hear from veterans already employed at Barclays UK and to hear the views of Service Leavers. I was delighted to meet RAF veteran Shona again, who was connected to the Barclays scheme by Officers Association Scotland.
3 days ago
I welcome the release of new research and policy summaries focused on financial well-being among ex-Service personnel and their families by the Centre for Evidence for the Armed Forces Community. It’s encouraging to see my 2025 Veterans and Finance report cited. These reports offer valuable insights for anyone working with and making decisions that impact ex-Service families. Read more at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
I welcome the release of new research and policy summaries focused on financial well-being among ex-Service personnel and their families by the Centre for Evidence for the Armed Forces Community. It’s encouraging to see my 2025 Veterans and Finance report cited. These reports offer valuable insights for anyone working with and making decisions that impact ex-Service families. Read more at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
4 days ago
I was pleased to give evidence yesterday to the Westminster Defence Select Committee considering the passage of the Armed Forces Bill, alongside the Commissioners from Wales and Northern Ireland. This provided an opportunity to welcome the planned extension of the Armed Forces Covenant, and to consider the opportunities and challenges the extension will provide across the countries of the UK. We were clear that effective communication and clear guidance will be essential to success, and that planning needs to start now for effective implementation. Watch the session at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
I was pleased to give evidence yesterday to the Westminster Defence Select Committee considering the passage of the Armed Forces Bill, alongside the Commissioners from Wales and Northern Ireland. This provided an opportunity to welcome the planned extension of the Armed Forces Covenant, and to consider the opportunities and challenges the extension will provide across the countries of the UK. We were clear that effective communication and clear guidance will be essential to success, and that planning needs to start now for effective implementation. Watch the session at the link in my bio - Other links 🔗
5 days ago
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