MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson, has “warmly welcomed” confirmation of £50million-worth of funding for MND Research by the UK Government.
The pledge was made last year by the UK Government, who will now ensure that this money is delivered to world-leading researchers to accelerate work into the “horrible disease”.
The announcement comes shortly after the tragic passing of Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir, who bravely fought the illness for six years and raised millions to fund research through his own My Name’5 Doddie Foundation.
Mr Simpson says the £50 million announcement will bring a significant boost to the mental health of MND sufferers in Lanarkshire and lift hopes that one day researchers will find a cure for the disease.
He will continue to liaise closely with colleagues in the UK Government to guarantee the funding is delivered as quickly as possible.
MSP for Central Scotland, Graham Simpson said: “I am absolutely delighted that this £50m-worth of funding has been confirmed by the UK Government.
“Motor neurone disease is a horrible and cruel disease and my thoughts are with anyone who is suffering from its devastating effects.
“I believe this announcement will be a significant boost to the mental health of those living with MND in Lanarkshire and beyond.
“It will help our world-leading researchers in their work to find a cure and help to cut red tape In their bid to do so.
“I know people in the region have been inspired by the bravery of Doddie Weir and other well-known individuals who are suffering, or who have suffered, from MND.
“This funding announcement is testament to the legacy of Doddie Weir and others, and I will continue to liaise closely with colleagues in the UK Government to guarantee this £50m of funding is delivered as quickly as possible.
“I truly hope that one day we will have ensured that nobody in the UK has to endure the agony of living with – and ultimately dying from – MND.”
