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Fairwell to Sandy Thomson
It is with the utmost sadness that we have to let you all know of the passing of Sandy Thomson, ex-RAF, on 8th February 2023. Sandy was a stalwart of LVC and he was almost part of the furniture here.
Despite a long battle with Parkinsons and Dementia he didn’t let it stop him from living life to the fullest. Our sincerest thoughts are with Sandys wife, Glenda, son Spencer and the rest of his family.
Veterans Awards 2023
Congratulations to our very own CEO, Ian Stewart, and our Commonwealth Veterans Champion, Mo Torau, on reaching the Scottish Veterans Awards final. We’re looking forward to attending the event on 19 April where they will hopefully each bring home an award! It’s important to recognise veterans’ achievements, and we are delighted that they have both had their achievements recognised and reached the final. BZ and good luck!
The Big Shoot
Get your coats, you’ve PULLED!
It was a bitterly cold day on Saturday the 21st of January when we went clay pigeon shooting but that didn’t stop us from having a BLAST! 
Particular thanks go to our outstanding instructors, Big Gordon Lumsden (ex-RSM 1st Bn Royal Scots) and Bert Hunter, who were both fantastic and extremely patient!
HEAT, A SEAT, AND SOMETHING TO EAT
Lothians Veterans Centre has launched as a warm hub. To combat the cost-of-living crisis veterans can come here to a welcoming, warm environment, get a brew and a biscuit all day, and between 12 and 2 hot home-made soup and a filled roll. There is also TV and Wifi.
From this Wednesday, January 11, we will be open Mon to Thurs 10am to 4pm.
Centre Closure Over The Festive Period
The centre will be closed 21st December 2022 and reopen Wednesday 4th January 2023.
If anyone requires assistance there are a list of available organisations for emergencies.
Woodland Wanderers
On Friday’s Bacon Roll Morning we were accompanied by some very special guests brought by Woodland Wanderers. Buttercup the Python, an Australian stick insect and an African Millipede. Our Veterans and family members had the opportunity to hold (or look) at these wonderful reptiles and insects and had a great experience, challenging some fears or reservations.