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Local man with motor neuron disease will use a wheelchair pushed by his son to reach the finish line of his seventh marathon

07/04/2025

Michael will participate in this year's Edinburgh Marathon for first time together with his son Andrew who will push him along the whole route in a sports wheelchair. Michael will be running his seventh marathon, while Andrew will be participating in his third. Andrew has also completed several ultra marathons, including the West Highland Way twice.

“The Proclaimers walked 500 miles – we walked 500 more!”

Alloa Team Leader for Skills Development Scotland (SDS), Sharon Lapsley, talks about fundraising and getting active for MND Scotland for much-loved friend and colleague, David Irvine.

Local Hero with motor neuron disease takes on AJ Bell Great Scottish Run with support from family

In a remarkable display of strength and solidarity, Mert Zorlu, a courageous man battling motor neuron disease (MND), will participate in the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run this year in aid of MND Scotland.

Research reveals more awareness needed for Ice Bucket Challenge cause

Ten years on from the Ice Bucket Challenge, new research shows less than a third of people in Scotland knew why they took on the cold-water challenge.

Artists garden blossoms with generosity by supporting MND Scotland

Nestled directly outside their home, Susheila and James have transformed one acre of land into a beautiful open greenspace for visitors all over Scotland to reconnect with nature and contribute to worthwhile causes.

Global MND Awareness Day – 10 years on from the Ice Bucket Challenge

MND Scotland is marking Global MND Awareness Day on Friday, 21 June by looking back at the ice bucket challenge.

Self-proclaimed ‘non-athlete’ training hard to represent MND Scotland at TCS London Marathon

Louise has already raised over £3,500 and is on her way to reaching her goal of £5,000.

Richard’s ROC triathlon trilogy in support of MND Scotland

Having completed events at Scafell Pike and Snowden, Richard is now eyeing to complete the ROC trilogy at Ben Nevis.

Glasgow man takes on Great Scottish Run in tribute to grandmother

Having competed in 10k events, Bryan is now taking on the half marathon to raise money for people affected by MND.

Charity Trustee honours parents with 80-mile fundraising walk

In a heartwarming tribute to his parents, charity trustee Donald Macleod has taken on a remarkable 80-mile walk to raise money for MND Scotland.

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