House of Commons · Petition P003208
National Strategy for Motor Neurone Disease
16 June 2026
Presented 1 time by 1 MP
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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.
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Presented 16 June 2026
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.