PoppyScotland is a charity which supports ex-Servicemen and women and their families in Scotland. The Scottish Poppy Appeal is their iconic annual event, with donations from the public providing direct financial assistance to ex-Servicemen, women and their families and helping to fund the work of specialist veterans’ organisations.

 

This year PoppyScotland is creating a Field of Remembrance during Poppy Week (7-13th Nov) to pay tribute to all those in the armed forces who are sadly no longer with us. The Edinburgh Field of Remembrance is located in Princes Street Gardens by the Scott Monument; everyone is welcome to visit.

 

To learn more about the work of PoppyScotland, the Scottish Poppy Appeal or the Edinburgh Field of Remembrance, visit: www.poppyscotland.org.uk

 

 

Compared to their English and Welsh counterparts, veterans living in Scotland are:

•    10% more likely to become homeless
•    8% more likely to suffer from mental health problems
•    5% more likely to have financial problems
•    5% more likely to have a criminal record
•    3% more likely to suffer from alcohol problems