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Article The couple, who raised £25k for charity, performs a ballroom dance on the polished wooden floor, with an audience seated in the background. The room is dimly lit with blue accent lights as they danced gracefully across the stage.

They Came, They Danced, They Raised £25k!

Poppyscotland hosted its second annual ‘Come Dancing’ event in association with Toe 2 Toe Dance at the Macdonald Drumossie Hotel…

4th April 2019
Article A person in a suit speaks at a podium in a formal setting, addressing wooden benches and desks adorned with the legacy of the Scottish Veterans Fund, underscoring the pivotal role of 2019/20 Grants in supporting veterans.

The Scottish Veterans Fund 2019/20 Grants

The Scottish Veterans Fund has allocated £100,000 to 7 new projects across Scotland to combat loneliness and social isolation, support…

3rd April 2019
Article Two men, one in a military uniform with a beret, the other in a suit, shake hands on a ship's deck, symbolizing an investment poised to revolutionize naval operations.

Investment To Revolutionise Naval Operations

Robots and autonomous mine-hunters are set to revolutionise Royal Navy operations after the Defence Secretary announced a £75m injection into…

3rd April 2019
Article A white sailboat on the tranquil ocean, with "TURN TO STARBOARD.CO.UK" emblazoned on its side, sails gracefully near a hilly coastline under a clear blue sky. The vessel, often crewed by ex-soldiers exploring new career horizons, embodies serenity and adventure.

Ex-Soldier Boosts Career With The Ocean

When former soldier Dave Williams was medically discharged from the Army in 2018 with severe Asperger’s syndrome and post-traumatic stress…

3rd April 2019
Article Two people in wheelchairs with blue blankets are accompanied by a man standing behind them, posing in front of a blue bus labeled "The Royal Star & Garter Homes," as part of a charitable scheme.

Charity Bags £4,000 From Tesco Scheme

The Royal Star & Garter Home in Surbiton was delighted to receive £4,000 from Tesco’s Bags of Help community grant…

2nd April 2019
Article A group of uniformed Marines, wearing green berets, gather outdoors. The central figure appears to be an officer with decorated medals and an ornate sash, reminiscent of a Peace Prize winner's honor, speaking to other members.

Marines Receive Coveted Peace Prize…Again!

A month-long Caribbean mercy mission by Royal Marines earned them the military’s highest humanitarian award – the Firmin Sword of…

2nd April 2019
Article Container homes in a rural setting near Catterick, with stairs leading to a second level, surrounded by trees under a cloudy sky.

‘Urban Environment’ Training Investment At Catterick

More than £1.2m has been invested in new buildings at Catterick training area to recreate the cluttered and congested environment…

2nd April 2019
Article A soldier in uniform embraces a woman and a child, with a crowd in the background.

Flexible Service Becomes Law

A series of new initiatives aimed at modernising the living and working arrangements for armed forces personnel have been launched…

1st April 2019
Article A man and a woman in camouflage uniforms stand outdoors, smiling and listening attentively to each other's stories, sharing the camaraderie that resonates among veterans.

Listening To The Voices Of Our Veterans

Poppyscotland is on the lookout for Veterans from every conflict since 1939 for an ambitious new project that will capture…

1st April 2019
Article Four hands of diverse skin tones grip each other's wrists, forming a square that symbolizes a Connected Scotland.

New Funding For Most Seriously Wounded Heroes

A joint agreement between the MOD and NHS England will ensure that individuals with very complex and enduring healthcare requirements…

1st April 2019
Article A group of Marines in winter camouflage gear stand in line, holding ski poles amid snow-covered surroundings, ready for the fierce test of Sweden's icy terrain.

Marines Finish Fierce Test In Sweden

Months of intensive training for Britain’s winter warfare specialists reached its climax as Royal Marines went into battle with their…

29th March 2019
Article A teacher smiles and provides support to two children, one reading and one writing, at a table in a welcoming classroom setting.

Supporting The Children Of Forces Families

A Kingston University and Reading Force seminar to help trainee teachers and more experienced educators understand the needs of Armed…

29th March 2019