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Banff & Buchan MSP Stewart Stevenson today welcomed the announcement of a new dedicated fund for Scotland's war veterans. The Scottish Veteran's Fund marks for the first time, direct investment from the Scottish Government in services for ex-servicemen and women.
Totalling £127,000 over the next three years, the fund is designed to recognise the contribution that veterans have made and continue to make to Scottish society.
Commenting on the announcement Mr Stevenson said:
“The Scottish Government has never previously provided dedicated funding for veterans' issues within Scotland and we felt it was necessary to rectify this so as to ensure additional support could be given to our war veterans.
“While the vast majority of men and women who leave the armed forces have a seamless transition back into civilian life this is not the situation for everyone.
“Sadly the strains and stresses that can result from military duties can lead to difficulties when reintegrating into society.
“We in the SNP Government want to create a multi-level safety net for our veterans and look at measures that give them the necessary aid to enjoy civilian life.
“One part of this multi-level approach was introduced last year Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon announced that veterans were to be given priority on the NHS to treat problems arising from their military service.
“Through new policies and this new release of funds we want to take a new approach to helping the Scottish veterans' community receive the level and quality of services that they deserve.”
Karen Adam is now the MSP for Banffshire and Buchan Coast
