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Celtic FC Foundation and MND Scotland Team Up For Jimmy Johnstone 20th Anniversary Event

28/01/2026

On Bank Holiday Monday, 4 May 2026, MND Scotland and Celtic FC Foundation will host ‘Jinky’s Journey’ - a 7‑mile walk from Viewpark to Celtic Park celebrating the life and legacy of Celtic and Scotland legend, Jimmy Johnstone.

Scientists make new MND discovery

MND Scotland-funded researchers have discovered why motor neuron cells may fail in people with MND.

Call for Survey Participants

University of Stirling researchers want to speak to people affected by MND and healthcare professionals who care for people with MND.

Researchers begin a new study on inherited MND

Researchers at the University of Aberdeen are looking for people with experience of inherited forms of MND to take part in an interview study.

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.