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Veterans: Edinburgh Castle

Commons · Question 2555 · Tabled 18 May 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 26 May 2026

Question

Asked by Scott Arthur

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will hold discussions with Historic Environment Scotland on access to Edinburgh Castle for Royal Regiment of Scotland veterans.

Answer

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones, 26 May 2026

Edinburgh Castle remains an active military garrison and houses the headquarters of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. As such, free access is available for serving members of the Armed Forces holding a valid MOD90 card. Veterans of the Royal Regiment of Sco...