I couldn’t afford the deposit for the rents for new places. It was the lowest time of my life. I thought to myself: 'You’ve served your country, you come home and no-one seems to give a damn about you.' - Donald
We work with politicians and government officials to bring the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant to life and further the interests of our Armed Forces community.
Sunday 20th March 2022 was Scotland’s Census Day, but the completion deadline is 31st May. If you've not already done so, we give you 5 good reasons to complete the census.
Pipers across the world came together to remember those who fell and were injured during the Falklands conflict. Watch our Pipers' Tribute.
The conflict began on 2nd April 1982, when Argentina invaded the Falkland Islands. Read a brief history of the ten-week undeclared war between Argentina and the United Kingdom in 1982.
Wattie Cheung's Falklands 40th photo exhibition tells the stories of Scottish Falklands veterans to mark the 40th anniversary of the end of the conflict.
If you're interested in hearing more about our work we can arrange for a member of our team to come to your school, group or workplace.
The Falklands veteran was homeless for six months. He now makes poppies to raise vital funds to help other veterans. Read Donald's story.
We’ve pulled together some key information for you to make the most out of your Bud visit.
Say hello to our dedicated Bud team – our Learning Officers and Drivers who travel across Scotland sharing the story of the Poppy. Find out their favourite Bud features and favourite places visited while on tour.
Our inspiring, highly informative, fun activities and learning resources were created for the 75th Anniversary of VE Day. These resources are designed to be Smart Board friendly include a Gaelic version of the learner activities are FREE to download.
Our FREE learning materials highlight the importance of remembrance, veterans and the poppy. The resources have been designed for use by schools, youth groups and families, and are all linked to Curriculum for Excellence.
50 years since his service, we were still there when Alex needed us
Helping Ali get on top of debt problems.
After a life-changing accident, we helped Paul move forward.
Making the Reid family home work for them.
Make a huge difference to the lives of those in need in the Armed Forces community, and make a difference to your own life too. Apply today.
We're here for our Armed Forces community. After as little as seven days of service and continuing through life, long after service is over. Find out if you're eligible.
This partnership of organisations, including Poppyscotland, delivers a range of services and events for older veterans in care settings.
These powerful resources focus on the video and voiceover testimonies of three Kindertransport and Holocaust survivors Henry Wuga MBE, Rosa Sacharin and Karola Regent.
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