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.