Veterans Housing Scotland New Chairman

Veterans Housing Scotland is delighted to announce that Group Captain Bob Kemp CBE QVRM AE DL has been appointed Chairman of the charity with effect from 1st March.  He succeeds Lieutenant Colonel Richard Callander LVO OBE TD who retires following ten years as Chairman.

Group Captain Kemp has wide experience of working with forces’ charities including as Director Scotland RAF Benevolent Fund; Trustee Erskine Hospital and as a member of the Scottish Government’s Panel for the Commemorations of World War One.

He has worked with Veterans Housing Scotland for around 15 years and is looking forward to the opportunity of developing the ‘Community within a Community’ ethos.  He said: ‘Today in Scotland, around 3% of all those assessed as homeless by local authorities are military veterans.    The vast majority of those transitioning from military service do so without the need for further support however for some there will always be a need for ongoing assistance.  By providing a safe and secure home in a supportive community we are helping our veterans take the first steps to building a strong future for themselves and their families.

‘Covid-19 has presented a new challenge for everyone, particularly charities like our own.  As we look ahead to life post-restrictions the needs of our veteran community will always be at the forefront of our work in becoming Scotland’s leading provider of homes for veterans who are disabled.’

To learn more about the charity and their new Chairman please have a look at the charity’s website www.vhscot.org.uk/