Best Scottish Business Network Podcasts (2025)

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Purchasing property in Scotland as an overseas buyer 35:47

6d ago35:47

35:47

In today's episode, Paul & Megan are joined by solicitor Jill Andrews to discuss the challenges and trends for foreign nationals looking to buy property in Scotland in 2025. Here's our jargon-busting guides to buying a property in Scotland: What is a Closing Date? What is a Home Report? How to read a Home Report? Appointing a solicitor in Scotland …

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Episode 127 Small Charity, Big Headache with Emma Cantrell MBE 58:51

15d ago58:51

58:51

'Why don't you just shut it down?" Emma Cantrell MBE is a visionary leader, consultant, and social entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the charity sector. She’s the founder of First Days Children’s Charity, where she built a thriving organisation from the ground up, ensuring financial stability, growing a dedicated team, and supporting…

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Q1 Property Market Review for Edinburgh: Stable, invigorated and first-time buyer hotspots 37:14

20d ago37:14

37:14

This week's episode is a special one - Paul & Megan are joined by four ESPC solicitor estate agent member firms to discuss the current property market. From the properties that are in high demand to the best places for first-time buyer as well as the current climate for landlords and the issue with conveyancing - they leave no stone unturned. If yo…

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How much can you charge for rent? Advice for new Edinburgh landlords in 2025 31:23

1M ago31:23

31:23

In this episode of the ESPC Property Show, Paul and Megan are joined by returning guest Nicky Lloyd, Head of Lettings at ESPC Lettings. They cover some new ground in this discussion including advice for new landlords, why more and more homeowners are opting to rent their properties instead of sell and how much rent should be priced at. Got a questi…

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Community Food (CROSSOVER The Highland Good Food Podcast) 31:31

1M ago31:31

31:31

In this cross over we share a 2022 episode of The Highland Good Food Podcast, published by Highlands Good Food Network. Host, Laura Dorantt, speaks to Anna from Planet Sutherland, Mairi from the Fearn Free Food Garden and Emma from the Auchtertyre Community Garden. They discuss the importance of community food projects, which offer a space for lear…

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Will the regeneration of Edinburgh's waterfront solve the housing crisis? 22:49

2M ago22:49

22:49

On this week's episode of the podcast, Paul & Megan are chatting through the latest updated from the local property market including the rapid speed that Dunfermline homes are selling at, as well as the outlook for house prices across the rest of the year, and a deep dive into the proposed Seafield regeneration plan. Resources mentioned: ESPC House…

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Episode 126: How to side-hustle with Rob Green 1:08:34

2M ago1:08:34

1:08:34

"The most important person in the organisation is the Database Manager" James is getting excited about a new financial year and Kenneth has spent four days in the big smoke, avoiding the jabs from his kids. We revist our GCSEs and the question of whether face to face fundraisers make the best fundraisers. There's getting a reality check early, meet…

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Million-pound mortgages and what the base rate drop means for you 30:57

2M ago30:57

30:57

Is a 5% deposit still enough for first-time buyers to get on the ladder? How much do you need to earn to qualify for a million pound mortgage? Will the Bank of England base rate reduction affect your mortgage as a homeowner? All of these questions (and more!) are answered in this episode of the ESPC Property Show! In this episode, Paul & Megan are …

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We're back! An update on the local property market 24:25

3M ago24:25

24:25

The ESPC Property Show is back for 2025! Can you believe we're on to our fifth season of the show?! And this new season comes with some slight changes. Episodes will now run fortnightly, and every month you'll get a deep dive on the local market with Paul & Megan. This week we discuss what's been going on in the local property market across Edinbur…

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We Will Rise, with Sandy Winterbottom and Elaine Morrison (Paperboats CROSSOVER)) 42:19

3M ago42:19

42:19

In this cross over we share the first episode of the Paperboats podcast, associated with the Paperboats collective of Scotland-based writers focussed on nature and environment in a time of climate and ecological breakdown. Host, Ian Grosz, talks with Paperboats co-founders Sandy Winterbottom and Elaine Morrison about the ideas behind the movement a…

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Episode 125: Rethinking communities with Nathan Atkinson, co-counder of Rethink Food. 59:04

3M ago59:04

59:04

"All behaviour is a form of communication" We kick off with tales of multiplying Australians and Christmas Day parkruns, trips to the football and a short-lived, pre-ban career as a TikTok influencer before delving into fighting for the underdog, the call of teaching, and how very few things in life are truly original. We get into how supporting a …

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Episode 124: Giving away £100m with Mark Constantine OBE, Co-founder of LUSH 48:06

4M ago48:06

48:06

"I learnt there is so much kindness in the world." It’s the Christmas Special so we’re joined by the self-made entrepreneur responsible for £100m of gifts to good causes, Mark Constantine OBE. Obviously, we’re straight in to advent calendars and mutual admiration for Snickers Bars, before we delve into Mark’s early life experiences, including being…

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Our predictions for the 2025 property market 25:59

5M ago25:59

25:59

We're back for a bonus episode! Paul breaks down what he expects to see in the property market across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Scottish Borders in 2025. From what's going to happen to interest rates, house prices and selling times, plus much more! Skip to your favourite part: 0:00-0:43 Intro 0:43-3:42 The future of interest rates in 20…

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Episode 123: Taking risks, being bold and not having the budget to be boring with Tim Parry 1:00:17

5M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

“I still bleed orange¨ This week Kenneth is flying solo on a nostalgic episode, reminiscing with former Director of Communications, Brand and Digital at Alzheimer’s Research UK. They get into growing up with an organisation, being in the right place at the right time in a risk-averse charity that needed to take risks to garner attention and becomin…

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An urban journey to community ownership - Greener Kirkcaldy at Fergus place 47:20

5M ago47:20

47:20

2024 marked the five-year anniversary of Greener Kirckaldy's ownership of their community building and 100 years of the community land ownership movement in Scotland. This is a story of this community’s journey to community ownership and how that empowered them to do more on climate, build resilience and help people in need. SCCAN podcast has lost …

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What is happening in the Scottish Borders property market? 19:04

5M ago19:04

19:04

In the season finale, Paul & Megan are joined by Jan from Hastings to discuss the local market in the Scottish Borders. They discuss how the market has changed since 2020, reasons to live south of Edinburgh and how English stamp duty changes may affect the market. Skip to the part that's relevant to you: Got a question for us? Send us a text messag…

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Who pays inheritance tax in the UK? An update on the current regulations 37:11

5M ago37:11

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On this week's episode of the podcast, Paul & Megan chat to Andy Lewis (John Scott Davidson Ltd) explains what the current rules are around inheritance tax in the UK including when it is payable, who is liable to pay it and some tax efficient measures to take. Skip to the part most relevant to you: 0:00-1:44 Intro 1:44-4:27 What is inheritance tax?…

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Art Moves Fife - collaborative artwork connected to place 33:44

5M ago33:44

33:44

Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to the creative duo behind Art Moves Fife, Gillian McFarland and Kate Downes, about slow movement through landscape as a means to mobilise creative response to climate crisis, creative patience in thinking about solutions and tails wagging dogs. You can find the audio tour illustrating the essence of the creati…

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Everyday Changemakers: Marie-Anne Brown, Magpie 29:00

6M ago29:00

29:00

Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, speaks with Marie-Anne Brown, a manager at Magpie in Banchory, about embracing a circular economy lifestyle, balancing social and climate responsibilities, and planning for extreme weather. This is a final episode in our mini-series on climate driven extreme weather and adaptation in Scotland, marking the first anniv…

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What's happening in the West Fife property market? 23:58

6M ago23:58

23:58

In this week's episode, Megan & Paul chat to Elaine Kyle (Morgans) and Michael Maloco (Maloco Mowat Parker) about the local market in West Fife. They discuss the affordability of the area, their Fife hidden gems and what the 2025 property outlook is for the area. Skip to the bit most relevant to you: 0:00-1:10 Intro 1:40-4:41 Where are the key area…

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Episode 122: Finding joy in a portfolio career with Sue Anstiss MBE 51:36

6M ago51:36

51:36

“Sod it, give it a go¨ As one of our favourite past guests, we were delighted to catch up with PR mogul, podcaster, documentary producer, author and champion of women's sport, Sue Anstiss. So much so, that Kenneth dialled in from prison. We talk hyrox and alcohol detox; sweating like a chicken; repeating the golden age; and finding the joy in play.…

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How to buy your dream home before you sell your own! A guide to bridging loans 21:34

6M ago21:34

21:34

On this week's episode Paul & Megan chat to Alistair Ewing (Managing Director at The Lending Channel) about bridging finance. What is bridging finance? It's a form of borrowing that allows property buyers to fund their purchase while they put their current home on the market. Skip to the part that's relevant to you: 0:00-1:48 Intro 1:48-2:45 What i…

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What's happening in the Midlothian property market? 18:57

6M ago18:57

18:57

In this week's episode, Megan & Paul chat to Amy Howard from Neilsons and Lisa Connolly from McDougall McQueen about the local market in Midlothian. They discuss the booming market in Bonnyrigg, why you should invest in Gorebridge and what the 2025 property outlook is for the area. Skip to the bit most relevant to you: 0:00-1:32 Intro 1:32-4:50 Whe…

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071 : Nilma Dole-Williams - Ambassadors Wife 47:34

6M ago47:34

47:34

Discover how diplomatic spouse Nilma Dole-Williams balances her role as an ambassador's wife with her passion for cricket and women's empowerment. Perfect for military spouses, armed forces wives, and entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses while navigating a mobile lifestyle. Empowering Military Spouses: The InDependent Spouse Podcast Looki…

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Episode 121: Building a proper LinkedIn network with Michelle Benson 53:56

6M ago53:56

53:56

“I'm not chasing, I'm going to be found¨ As a confirmed Big Deal on Linked In, Michelle Benson joins us to talk us through the site's shift from job site to relationship building forum. We get into the opportunity to bypass the Comms Team, how everyone is a lurker and the sad death of the giant cheque. Michelle goes back to her humble first gig - w…

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Should you sell your home in Edinburgh? 19:07

6M ago19:07

19:07

In this week's episode, Megan & Paul chat to Jamie Sole from Blair Cadell about the current property sales market in Edinburgh. Jamie gives advice to local sellers on how to prepare for a valuation, tips for conducting property viewings as well as an outlook on the best time to sell. Skip to the bit most relevant to you: 0:00-0:47 Intro 0:47-5:47 T…

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CampusCast CROSSOVER: Climate Adaptation at new Fife College Campus 42:49

6M ago42:49

42:49

We continue on our theme of climate change fuelled flooding and how we are adapting to it in Scotland. In the last two episodes we touched on responses from creative organisations and farming. Today we focus on future-proofing of newly built public buildings. In a podcast crossover, we share an episode from CampusCast series at Fife College, which …

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East Lothian property market update 17:33

7M ago17:33

17:33

In this week's episode, Megan & Paul chat to Graham White from Anderson Strathern about the local market in East Lothian. They discuss the lack of "for sale" property, what's in demand and how the market differs in East Lothian from Edinburgh. Skip to the bit most relevant to you: 0:00-0:38 Intro 0:38-1:45 Property market activity in East Lothian 1…

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Farming and water - panel discussion, GO Falkland 1:04:13

7M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

In this episode, we share a recording of a panel discussion on Farming and Water held at the Groundswell Outreach regenerative farming meet up at the Falkland estate in Fife, last July. The session explores how landscape-level, regenerative management can help us adapt to the climate-induced extremes of floods and droughts. It also touches on the b…

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Episode 120: The Scottish Fundraising Conference 2024 1:23:07

7M ago1:23:07

1:23:07

We are back north of the border for the Scottish Fundraising Conference. Part of our three-part series from Glasgow, this summary episode features lost notepads, learnings from the world of football, dealing with tricky colleagues, falsely advertised sessions and LinkedIn updates. 1:40 Gary Kernahan details the Committee’s hopes and dreams. 9:50 Fi…

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Q3 Local property market review for Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and Scottish Borders 24:43

7M ago24:43

24:43

In this week's episode, Megan & Paul chat through the latest news from the property market in Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Scottish Borders. They chat with David Marshall (Warners), Caitlin Keegan (Gillespie Macandrew) and Tracey French (ELP) about purchasing subject to sale, the increase of property chains and good news for first-time buy…

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Everyday Changemakers - Simone Stewart 43:14

7M ago43:14

43:14

Our Story Weaver, Kaska, talks to Everyday Changemaker Simone Stewart at the Barn’s “Plenty?” Festival in Banchory last October. They discuss degrowth and snails, storm Frank’s influence on the Barn’s creative direction, and the value of improvisation and community in an emergency. One year on, they also reflect on the impact of last year’s floodin…

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Episode 119: The art of communication with Ishbel Smith 42:48

7M ago42:48

42:48

"Stories are a blend of information and emotion" It's breakfast on day two at the Scottish Fundraising Conference and we're joined by Ishbel Smith to talk through the power and importance of storytelling in everything we do. Thanks to her experience as a commercial litigator turned third-sector consultant, we've got competitive debating on the worl…

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Episode 118: The price of everything, the value of nothing with Scottish Fundraising Conference plenary speaker Anna Fowlie 34:09

7M ago34:09

34:09

"We need to talk about what goes wrong so we can learn" Anna Fowlie, the CEO of the SCVO took to the stage on Wednesday morning in Glasgow, kicking off day two of the Scottish Fundraising Conference. We caught up with her the night before to talk through her journey to the plenary stage. We found a passion for mediaeval Islamic and European art and…

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"We are not building enough homes!" - Scottish Labour's Spokesperson for Housing, Mark Griffin MSP 26:37

7M ago26:37

26:37

In this week's episode, Paul and Megan are joined by Mark Griffin MSP to discuss Scotland's Housing Emergency as well as the recent Housing Bill, the proposed Heat in Buildings Bill and his thoughts on how government should help first-time buyers. Mark Griffin has been an MSP for Central Scotland (Region) since 2011. He is also currently Scottish L…

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Harbour Voices CROSS OVER: Hans Unkles and his all electric lobster boat 43:03

7M ago43:03

43:03

In this cross over episode from Harbour Voices podcast by Open Road, we hear a story of Hans Unkles' all electric lobster boat. This is first episode in Harbour Voices Festival of the Sea series which gives an important historical perspective to the stories of Torry People's Assembly we published recently. Credit Open Road Resources “Harbour Voices…

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How to make your home energy efficient? Learning about EPCs with Snugg 23:06

7M ago23:06

23:06

On today's episode, Paul & Megan are joined by Michelle Robinson from Snugg to talk all about how to make your home in Scotland more energy efficient. Throughout the episode we focus on things like the Scottish Government's Heat in Buildings Bill, what retrofitting is and learn how EPC ratings affect your carbon footprint. Snugg is an easy-to-use o…

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Who gets the house in a divorce? Property & marriage episode 33:04

8M ago33:04

33:04

In this week's episode of the ESPC Property Show, Paul & Megan are joined by Sally Nash & Aimee Orrock from Gilson Gray to discuss what happens during the divorce process in Scotland and how property can be divided when a couple separates. You can find out more about Gilson Gray here. CHAPTERS 0:00-1:47 Intro 1:47-4:03 What's the first thing to do …

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BONUS - Matthew Clubb on Torry Retrofit 33:21

8M ago33:21

33:21

Retrofit coordinator, Matthew Clubb, talks through benefits and options of the retrofit project for Torry in Aberdeen. This is a recording of a talk from GO Torry! event in June 2024. Credits Recording and edit: Kaska Hempel Resources Listen to "GO Torry - growing resilience one year after peoples' assembly" https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-736yg-16bf…

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We need more one bedroom flats! An update on the Edinburgh rental market 19:01

8M ago19:01

19:01

On this week's episode Paul & Megan are joined by returning guest Nicky Lloyd from ESPC Lettings to discuss the current rental market in Edinburgh. In the episode, they discuss what landlords biggest concerns are right now, the new rules around increasing a tenant's rent and the best postcodes for investment in Edinburgh. You can find out more abou…

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We're back! Did Paul's 2024 predictions come true and what happened while we were away? 27:44

8M ago27:44

27:44

Welcome back to the ESPC Property Show! After their summer break, Paul & Megan are back to talk all things property for another season. In this first episode back, they look back at Paul's predictions for the year and how many came true including whether or not buyers are getting a better bargain now, and then they chat through what they missed dur…

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070 : Amanda Prowse - International Bestselling Author 40:28

8M ago40:28

40:28

Author Amanda Prowse shares her journey from military life to home ownership, reflecting on the nostalgia and challenges faced during her husband's deployments. After starting her writing career at 40, she uses her experiences to inspire her books, including her newest book, "Swimming to Lundy," which explores grief and community following her brot…

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GO Torry - growing resilience one year after peoples' assembly 49:09

8M ago49:09

49:09

Our Story Weaver, Kaska, revisits Torry in Aberdeen for a GO Torry event, celebrating community's growing resilience in the wake of People's Assembly and its Declaration last Spring. We hear of RAAC and retrofit, outdoor classrooms and stealthy resistance, poetry and community with a heart. Credits Production: Kaska Hempel Resources 1000 Better Sto…

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Episode 117: Mobilising Movements with Esther Foreman 43:40

8M ago43:40

43:40

"Think Big, Get Shit Done, Have Fun" Esther Foreman has spent 20 years in the social-good space, time spent running award-winning campaigns, supporting enterprise and building teams. Her career went from Doctors without Borders, Shelter, Help the Aged and Mencap to the Social Change Agency, where she supports over 600 organisations to grow, innovat…

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Everyday Changemakers - Gareth Allenby, YMCA Glenrothes 29:03

9M ago29:03

29:03

Our Story Weaver, Kaska Hempel, talks to Gareth Allenby from YMCA Glenrothes about weaving climate action into life journeys of young people experiencing homelessness and the joys of judging coleslaw competitions. YMCA Glenrothes Healthy Living Garden project was one of the community groups that received a small community grant from the Fife Climat…

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STUMPED at the Fringe - stories, trees and collective action 29:43

9M ago29:43

29:43

In this Edinburgh Fringe special, Kaska speaks to Lewis Coenen-Rowe about the trees and myths that inspired his deforestation opera STUMPED, becoming an artist activist, and about the importance of coming together for storytelling like this to help us imagine a better future and take collective action. STUMPED is showing at the Scottish Storytellin…

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Episode 116: Are you an Artist, a Manager or an Entrepreneur with Rob Woods 1:13:01

10M ago1:13:01

1:13:01

Our guest on the podcast this week has worked in fundraising since the year 2000. If you can find a fundraising trainer more passionate and purpose-driven about the sector, we’re yet to find them. His business, Brightspot Fundraising, has helped thousands of individuals to unlock their potential in fundraising. Offering a series of expertly constru…

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Year one of Fife Climate Hub - deepening the network for action 1:08:46

10M ago1:08:46

1:08:46

Kaska Hempel reports from the Fife Climate Hub gathering in celebration of their first year. We hear how they have built on longstanding partnerships, welcomed new faces and the critical importance of leadership from governments in support of the urgently needed community climate action. Consider this leadership when voting in general election on t…

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069 : Jess Sands - Building a Business Around the Juggle of Armed Forces Family Life 52:47

10M ago52:47

52:47

Emma Gray hosts this very special episode blending business and military life, sharing Jess' journey as a business owner, military spouse, and new mum. Jess Sands founded the Milspo Network CIC in 2018 to support military spouses in business, offering networking, training, and community - but, it's been far from a smooth ride. Get to know Jess and …

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068 : Scottish Veterans Commissioner, Lieutenant Commander (retired) Susie Hamilton. 33:50

11M ago33:50

33:50

https://www.scottishveteranscommissioner.org Jess Sands hosts a podcast on business and military life, aiming to inspire military spouses to become entrepreneurs. In this episode, she interviews Susie, the Scottish Veterans Commissioner, who emphasises support for women veterans and bereaved families. The discussion highlights the gap between polic…

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