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NICE assessment of tofersen to being in 2026

17/12/2025

Tofersen will now be considered by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) to determine whether it can be provided by the NHS in England.

Bigger than Brexit

MND Scotland launches General Election manifesto for people affected by MND.

New treatment for excessive drooling in MND

The Scottish Medicines Consortium (SMC) has approved a new treatment to help reduce excessive drooling in adults with neurological conditions.

Greenock Dad Inspired by Fernando Ricksen

After struggling to come to terms with his diagnosis for many years, Marc is now opening up and sharing his story in the hope of helping others.

Terminally ill dad calls for better disabled airline procedures

A Livingston dad with MND is speaking out after being separated from his carer on a 5-hour flight.

Great Wall of China Trek for MND

Niamh Callan, MND Scotland's Comms Manager, looks back on the charity's 2019 trek along the Great Wall of China.

Ibrox fans raise £23,110.32 in memory of Fernando

Football fans have raised a record-breaking total for MND Scotland in memory of Fernando Riksen.

Holyrood debates Blue Badge Scheme improvements

Doddie Weir OBE supports improvements to Blue Badge Scheme for people with MND.

In memory of Fernando

MND Scotland will be raising funds in memory of Fernando Ricksen at Ibrox on Saturday 28th September.

Rangers football legend loses battle with MND

MND Scotland pays respects to late Fernando Ricksen, who has died of MND.