A VETERANS charity has launched a 24-hour online radio station, thought to be the first of its kind in Scotland.
Erskine Veterans Radio will be available online, via a special app and on Alexa smart speakers allowing veterans, families, friends and supporters to keep up to date with the charity.
Funding has also allowed the Alexa speakers to be delivered to the charity’s four care facilities across the country.
Ian Cumming, Erskine chief executive, said: “The core mission of the radio station is that veterans in our homes can listen to their favourite music as well as messages from loved ones to make them feel more connected with the outside world.
"Not only that, it gives people who support us a chance to tune in and stay up-to-date with our news."
People can send messages and dedications by visiting the website, emailing radio@erskine.org.uk or on the app.
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