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“MND doesn’t care which football team you support. It can affect every family, every background” – James Johnstone reflects on his father’s battle with motor neuron disease ahead of “Jinky’s Journey” event

22/04/2026

On Bank Holiday Monday, 4 May 2026, MND Scotland and Celtic FC Foundation will host “Jinky’s Journey”, a 7mile walk from Viewpark to Celtic Park celebrating the life and legacy of the late Celtic Football Club legend Jimmy “Jinky” Johnstone, who was diagnosed with motor neuron disease (MND) in 2001.

Crossing the Bridge for Mum with MND

Edinburgh couple dress up as bridges for 5km MND Fun Run across the Forth Road Bridge .

Chivas promotes MND Scotland to the Premier League

MND Scotland scores new home at Old Trafford, thanks to Chivas Brothers.

Special Father’s Day Fun Run for MND

John McGaw, who is living with MND, will take on the MND Fun Run with his kids this Father's Day.

Dundee scientists join Fun Run Relay

Two scientists will join family, friends, and colleagues by taking on the Fun Run Relay on Global MND Awareness Day.

Jo shares her MND diagnosis aged 29

Diagnosed with a terminal illness at the age of 29, Jo is sharing her experience for MND Action Week.

Make Caring Visible – Bev’s Story

This Carers Week, Beverley talks about her experience of becoming a carer for her husband with MND.

New personalised voice service for MND

SpeakUnique is a new service which offers personalised synthetic voices for use in communication aids.

Biker Bride with MND Celebrates Lockdown Wedding

Motorcycle enthusiast Elaine wasn't going to let this pandemic or MND stop her from marrying the love of her life.

Chris takes on memory miles for MND

Edinburgh man sets challenge of running 2.6 miles every day for a month in memory of dad.