News Archive - MND Scotland

Celebrating Creativity and Courage: Steven Hart’s Journey with Motor Neuron Disease

Steven Hart, artist, screenwriter, and former Art and Design lecturer from Glasgow, has lived a life defined by creativity, resilience, and a passion for storytelling. In 2020, Steven, 69, was diagnosed with motor neuron disease (MND) – a progressive and incurable condition that affects the nervous system.

What was it like at this year’s MND Scotland LEARN events?

In this blog, we share quotes from attendees who kindly provided their thoughts on the significance and impact of this year's LEARN events.

Running for Dad: Andrew McEwen’s Mission to Support Families Affected by MND

Every day, incredible supporters like Andrew McEwen take on fundraising challenges and contribute to MND Scotland’s vision of a world without motor neuron disease (MND).

Pioneering MND Pledge launched by the Federation of Local Housing Associations in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire (FLAIR)

Six housing associations who make up FLAIR - Barrhead, Bridgewater, Ferguslie Park, Linstone, Paisley and Williamsburgh - have formally committed to enhancing their service provision for tenants and owners diagnosed with MND in their communities. On Tuesday 18th November, FLAIR launched the first-of-its-kind cross-association pledge to support the housing needs of people living with MND.

From the Lab to the Finish Line: Aberdeen-Based Researcher is Running for MND Scotland

Hazel Allardyce, a Research Scientist at the University of Aberdeen, will take on the Fraserburgh Half Marathon on Sunday 16 November 2025, in support of MND Scotland and in honour of her uncle.

A message to our supporters from Dr Jane Haley, interim CEO

Trustee’s Week – Callum Paterson’s blog

In this blog, Interim Co-Chair for MND Scotland, Callum Paterson, shares his experiences of why he decided to become a Trustee, and reflects on some key highlights over the past six months.

LEARN 2025 – Andrew’s blog for MND Scotland

In this blog, Andrew Bethell, discusses what he enjoys most about his role as a MND Advanced Clinical Nurse Specialist for NHS Highland.

LEARN 2025 – Dr Caroline McHutchison’s blog for MND Scotland

In this blog , Dr Caroline McHutchison from the University of Stirling discusses her motivations for undertaking MND research to understand cognitive and behavioural changes in MND. Caroline also recently presented at the LEARN event in Glasgow at Celtic Park on Thursday, 11 September 2025.

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