I am absolutely delighted today to be joining @ParkinsonsUKSco as Scotland Director. Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. I’ll be working alongside people with Parkinson’s, their families and friends and all those who support our charity.

Was good to get a chance to say how appalling this was for Mark on UK wide radio this morning. Travelling for people with #Parkinsons is challenging enough without one airline making it even more so.

Today, we've published the results of our major new study into the prevalence of Parkinson’s in the UK. With this, we're also offering support to signpost your patients to the new information. Read about the study and how it may impact on your practice:

This study also has drawn out that in 2023 #Parkinsons prevalence was 14% lower in Scotland than the rest of the UK. Whilst this might sound welcome we think it’s more likely driven by a slower recovery of NHS services in Scotland and waits for diagnosis. That has to change.

We’re incredibly excited to announce that we'll be at The #RHSChelsea Flower Show in May 2026. The Parkinson’s UK - A Garden for Every Parkinson’s Journey has been designed by award winning garden designer Arit Anderson, and is sponsored by @ProjGivingBack.

It’s hard to know for most people what has caused their Parkinson’s. In some cases, genetics can play a role in increasing someone’s risk and in rare cases cause the condition. We caught up with Genna and Miratul who discussed genetics and Parkinson’s. https://t.co/PZXtCI7LZe

Startling last of the sunlight #cromarty

Early morning #lossiemouth

Fabulous to see so many volunteers from across Scotland coming together today @ParkinsonsUKSco thanking event. Without them and so many more we’d simply not be there to support so many people affected by #parkinsons

So brilliant to be at the 14th Annual Edinburgh #parkinsons Lecture tonight on stem cell therapies for Parkinson’s delivered by Dr Agnete Kirkeby . @ParkinsonsUK is a leading funder of Parkinson’s research in Europe.

I can’t recommend these enough for healthcare and allied healthcare professionals working with anyone affected by #Parkinsons in the South and East of Scotland @ParkinsonsUK @ParkinsonsUKSco @ParkinsonsEN @NHS_Lothian @NHSBorders @nhsfife 💙

So brilliant to see Jo Holland recognised for the huge efforts she’s put into the Parkinson’s Beats drumming programme. HUGE congratulations from everyone ⁦@ParkinsonsUK⁩ 💙💙💙

Down to the Borders today in #galasheils to meet the support group now meeting in the rather lovely Kingsknowes Hotel. It matters that our community can park easily and the room is accessible. Big challenges with the NHS provision of care and support there but lovely chats and 💙

In this week’s blog I consider the importance of #fitness, #exercise and #movement in #OlderAge. #Fitness is for all ages. #FitnessDay. #FallsPrevention #homecare #carehome https://t.co/RSgkkSRIFh

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) has given many people with #Parkinsons more control of their motor symptoms. @ParkinsonsUK co-funded the largest study of DBS in the UK, and we continue to fund research to improve life for people with Parkinson’s today. https://t.co/jMYYFDUz02

We're deeply saddened by the passing of John Stapleton and extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and all who knew him. “Our thoughts are with Nick, Lisa and the rest of John’s family and friends at this very sad time.”

Mother rescued some headshots from the Am Dram club she used to be a member of. Sharing for those of you still here and interested in seeing what she brought to the stages of South East London/Kent since the 1970/80s 😊

For anyone in the Polish community who would like to find out more about Parkinson's, please join our online event on Thursday 18th September 6.30-8pm @ParkinsonsUK

Forgot to share this yesterday. Was lovely to see nearly 250 cyclists taking part in @ParkinsonsUK Cycle Trossachs event from and to #stirling. Raising tens of thousands of pounds to fund our physical activity programmes across the UK 💙

All set for the Pedal Trossachs cycle event @ParkinsonsUK @ParkinsonsUKSco in Fintry today 😊🤣

This month, the @NoSPRIG podcast looks at oral health. Jessie Tebbutt from the University of Sheffield has been exploring the oral health experiences of people living with Parkinson’s. She's identifying gaps in current knowledge to help shape future research priorities 🔬