Transition from the Armed Forces to civilian life invariably involves leaving behind a job, a home, a community and a unique way of life. Most Servicemen and women – and their families – cope with this change remarkably well, proving how adaptable they are and confirming an ability to deal with a range of fundamental life-changing experiences that few of us ever have to endure. The purpose of this report is to address aspects of this shortfall, provide a Scottish perspective of the transition process and offer suggestions as to how Service Leavers might be treated when they decide to settle in Scotland.