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Charity urges people to honour Doddie Weir's legacy with fundraising event

A CHARITY is urging people to honour Doddie Weir’s legacy and sign up for a fundraising event for research into motor neurone disease (MND).

The National (Scotland)

Charity urges people to go the extra mile for Doddie Weir with fundraising event

The mass-participation exercise event starts on New Year’s Day.

The Independent UK

Your legacy will be that we do find a cure for MND – Doddie Weir’s ex-team-mate

Tributes were paid during an emotional memorial service at Melrose Parish Church on Monday.

The Independent UK

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UK Government to ‘fast-track’ £50 million Motor Neurone Disease research cash

THE UK Health Secretary has said he is “fast-tracking” £50 million of funding for motor neurone disease (MND) research after the government…

The National (Scotland)

Health Secretary releases delayed motor neurone disease money after criticism

Steve Barclay finally makes £50 million funding available to researchers after agreeing to 'slash red tape'

Wales Online

Health Secretary releases motor neurone disease money after delays criticism

Steve Barclay said he will ‘slash red tape’ to fast-track funding and ensure it reaches frontline researchers more quickly.

The Independent UK

Rob Burrow hits out at government over £50Million of 'missing' MND money

There have been claims the MND funding money 'can't be accessed' by the government

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'My world came crashing down' - Dad noticed change in speech before crushing diagnosis

The 38-year-old has since spoken out about his experiences with MND, as he wants to thank his local community for their never-ending support as he and his family navigate his difficult condition

Daily Mirror

"My world came crashing down" - Dad-of-two noticed change in the way he spoke before devastating diagnosis

"I went back to the GP and a locum doctor referred me to a neurologist and ENT specialist"

Irish Mirror

Dad-of-two and rugby coach started slurring his words and twitching, 'then my world came crashing down'

'I am continuing to push to the limits of this diagnosis and challenge myself daily – both physically and mentally. I hope to inspire others through my determination and positive mind set'

Wales Online

David Smith: News of Doddie Weir's passing a reminder to align values

As the days come closer to what will be my last in Majorca, I am blessed to make the most of the weather and nice roads to clock several more…

The National (Scotland)

Living with MND: how a form of 'acceptance therapy' is helping me make one difficult choice at a time

As a new drug offers a glimmer of hope for a small percentage of people with motor neurone disease, Professor of Psychology Eva Sundin offers an extraordinary insight into what it is like to be diagnosed with this frightening condition – and how a form of psychological therapy is helping…

The Conversation

Today's rugby news as Shaun Edwards backs Warren Gatland Wales return and Wood says he'd make 'significant' difference

These are your rugby headlines on Tuesday, November 29.

Wales Online

Rob Burrow says Doddie Weir was a ‘beacon of light’ for MND sufferers to follow

The former Scotland international died on Saturday after a six-year battle with the disease, which Burrow discovered he had in 2019

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The Guardian - UK

‘Force of nature’: ex-rugby player Doddie Weir leaves lasting legacy, say admirers

Scotland and British and Irish Lions legend died over the weekend from motor neurone disease

Daily Mirror

Rob Burrow's dad issues fresh £50m MND plea to government after Doddie Weir's death

The government are yet to pay the £50million they pledged to help fund research into motor neurone disease and have been urged to stump up the cash

The National (Scotland)

Scotland head coach Gregor Townsend pays tribute to ‘inspirational’ Doddie Weir

SCOTLAND head coach Gregor Townsend has spoken of the “huge legacy” former team-mate Doddie Weir will have following his death after a battle…

The Independent UK

Doddie Weir’s legacy is work to find MND cure, says ex-teammate

The former Scottish rugby international has died after 52, six years after being diagnosed with the condition.

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The Independent UK

Tributes paid to ‘inspirational’ Doddie Weir and ‘huge legacy’ of MND battle

The Scottish Rugby Union announced on Saturday that Weir, who was diagnosed with MND in December 2016, had died at the age of 52

Daily Mirror

Rob Burrow pays emotional tribute to rugby legend Doddie Weir after MND battle

Rugby union icon Doddie Weir has passed away following his five-year battle with motor neuron disease and Rob Burrow - who also suffers with the disease - has offered his condolences

The Independent UK

Rob Burrow criticises ‘stupid’ Government over MND funding

The former Leeds and Great Britain scrum-half, now confined to a wheelchair because of the disease, praised Doddie Weir for his fundraising work.

Daily Record

Wife of Scots rugby hero Doddie Weir describes him as 'inspirational force of nature'

The 52-year-old, capped 61 times for his country and with a personality to match his huge height, raised awareness of MND through his My Name’5 Doddie foundation.

Edinburgh Live

Nicola Sturgeon, Gavin Hastings and others pay tribute to Doddie Weir

A host of politicians, sports people and other celebrities have began sending in their tribute to the late Doddie Weir who died on November 26 after a long battle with MND.

The Independent UK

Rugby player pays tribute to Doddie Weir after raising £2 million

Former Leeds Rhinos player Kevin Sinfield began his Ultra 7 in 7 Challenge to run from BT Murrayfield in Edinburgh to Old Trafford on November 13.

The Independent UK

‘He inspired us every day’: Doddie Weir’s foundation pays tribute after his death

Weir dies aged 52 after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2016

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