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Support for Veterans

The Scottish Veterans Commissioner is not an ombudsman, therefore does not have the power to investigate individual cases or provide direct support.

However, if you are a member of the veterans community seeking information, advice or support, the following services can help.

 

GOV.UK Veterans’ Support

GOV.UK has dedicated support guidance for veterans.

Online support guides can help veterans find the information they need categorised by life stages - housing, employment, mental and physical health support, illness or injury, bereavement, care needs and more. 

A searchable directory lists both government and charity support available to veterans and their families, allowing veterans to find help locally and nationally. You can search by topic and location for easy access to appropriate support.

Veterans Assist

Veterans Assist – as part of Veterans Scotland – offers a useful website designed to signpost Armed Forces personnel and their families to a range of services best placed to help with the information, advice and support they need from across Scotland.

For more information or to contact Veterans Assist, visit here.

 

Unforgotten Forces

If you are a veteran over the age of 60 and are seeking support, or you wish to refer an older veteran for support, Unforgotten Forces is a consortium of 16 organisations led by Age Scotland to deliver services in a range of areas.

You can get more information about the partners and getting in touch here.

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It was a pleasure to join staff, trustees and volunteers for the launch of charity Vector24 (formerly Fares4Free). I joined representatives from Veterans Scotland and other organisations to hear about the charity's new brand and operating model.
It was a pleasure to join staff, trustees and volunteers for the launch of charity Vector24 (formerly Fares4Free). I joined representatives from Veterans Scotland and other organisations to hear about the charity's new brand and operating model.
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My 2025 assessment of Scottish Government progress on implementing SVC recommendations is live. For the first time, no recommendations are rated red, however, I remain focused on ensuring that activity translates to meaningful outcomes for the veteran community in Scotland. Read more at the link in my bio 🔗
My 2025 assessment of Scottish Government progress on implementing SVC recommendations is live. For the first time, no recommendations are rated red, however, I remain focused on ensuring that activity translates to meaningful outcomes for the veteran community in Scotland. Read more at the link in my bio 🔗
1 week ago
From commemorating the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and honouring forgotten Commonwealth soldiers, to taking in the spectacle of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and welcoming a new clinical service for veterans living with long-term military-related injuries or conditions, August was full of highlights. Read my monthly round-up using the link in my bio 🔗
From commemorating the 80th anniversary of VJ Day and honouring forgotten Commonwealth soldiers, to taking in the spectacle of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and welcoming a new clinical service for veterans living with long-term military-related injuries or conditions, August was full of highlights. Read my monthly round-up using the link in my bio 🔗
1 week ago
A constructive meeting today with Veterans Minister Graeme Dey MSP. We discussed key concerns that will be highlighted in my forthcoming progress report, as well as encouraging examples of improvement in policy and practice that are making a difference for Scotland's veteran community.
A constructive meeting today with Veterans Minister Graeme Dey MSP. We discussed key concerns that will be highlighted in my forthcoming progress report, as well as encouraging examples of improvement in policy and practice that are making a difference for Scotland's veteran community.
1 week ago
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