Father’s pledge to ‘pick up the ball’ from Doddie Weir in MND fundraising battle James Clarke, 42, was diagnosed with the condition in December 2021 and has already raised more than £440,000. The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2022
'Scum of a person' slammed after Rob Burrow's disability van is vandalised during family Christmas meal Rob's dad Geoff Burrow shared the news on social media and the incident has sparked outrage Wales Online · Dec 24, 2022
Rob Burrow's disability van targeted by 'scum' as MND warrior enjoyed family Christmas meal The former rugby star's dad, Geoff Burrow, shared the details of the sickening attack on social media. Daily Record · Dec 24, 2022
Sports Personality Of The Year viewers in tears as Rob Burrow thanks 'amazing' family Rob Burrow was awarded the Helen Rollason Award at this year's SPOTY, while ex-teammate Kevin Sinfield also received a special award Daily Mirror · Dec 22, 2022
Rob Burrow pays emotional tribute to ‘my MND hero’ Doddie Weir at Sports Personality awards Burrow’s work to raise awareness of MND was recognised with the Helen Rollason Award while Kevin Sinfield received a special award in recognition of his fundraising efforts The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022
Rob Burrow pays tribute to ‘my MND hero’ Doddie Weir at SPOTY awards Burrow was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019. The Independent UK · Dec 21, 2022
Fans crying as Kevin Sinfield hits out after he and Rob Burrow win SPOTY awards Kevin made a dig and aid MND isn't incurable, it's just underfunded Leeds Live · Dec 21, 2022
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) · Dec 21, 2022
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 · Dec 21, 2022
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 · Dec 19, 2022
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) · Dec 12, 2022
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 · Dec 12, 2022
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 · Dec 12, 2022
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 Leeds Live · Dec 8, 2022
Daily Mirror · Dec 5, 2022 '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
Irish Mirror · Dec 4, 2022 "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"
Wales Online · Dec 4, 2022 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'
The National (Scotland) · Dec 3, 2022 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 Conversation · Dec 2, 2022 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…
Wales Online · Nov 29, 2022 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.
The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2022 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
The Guardian - UK · Nov 27, 2022 ‘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 · Nov 27, 2022 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) · Nov 27, 2022 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 · Nov 27, 2022 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.