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National Strategy for Motor Neurone Disease
P003208 - 16 June 2026
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 1
At a Glance
This petition concerning national strategy for motor neurone disease was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.
Issue Summary
The petition calls for a national strategy for motor neurone disease (MND), which is described as a devastating, fast-acting terminal illness with no cure.
Action Requested
The petitioners request that the House of Commons urge the Government to work in partnership with the devolved administrations to deliver a national MND strategy focusing on finding effective treatments and a cure, supporting research, enhancing access to clinical trials, and improving coordination of social care.
Key Facts
- Mark Sommerville was diagnosed with MND in 2023.
- The petition is from residents of Coatbridge and Bellshill constituency.
- The proposed strategy should be led by clinical and research experts, introduce a national taskforce to drive forward key objectives, support MND research, improve diagnostic waiting times, ensure equitable support across the UK, and coordinate health, social care, and research through a single plan.
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
Presented
16 June 2026
Frank McNally
Lab
Coatbridge and Bellshill
I rise to present this petition on a national strategy for motor neurone disease. I do so on behalf of my constituent Mark Sommerville, who was diagnosed with MND in 2023 and who, along with his foundation, has been doing tremendous work to identify new treatments and a cure.
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