Open day set to shine light on condition

AN OPEN day is to take place to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease in the city.

MND Scotland will hold the event on 9 May at the Minto Hotel to provide latest research updates and information on support available for the debilitating condition.

Craig Stockton, chief executive of MND Scotland said, "It is an informal opportunity to meet local supporters in Edinburgh who are successful fundraisers and personal supporters."