Informs spring 2014

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Multiple Sclerosis Society Ayrshire & Arran Branch Newsletter

Spring 2014 Chairman’s Report We had another excellent attendance at our New Year Lunch hosted by Provost Helen Mooney. It was good to see so many of our members and friends there including John Scott - who is our local MSP and an active member of the branch. A big thank you to Brian Farmer for his help in making the event run so smoothly. Following Dr Paul Mattison’s retirement, the branch have agreed to establish a research grant/scholarship in Paul's name in recognition of the tremendous contribution he has made in developing MS services and his commitment to research, which I know is a top priority for our members. The branch were proud to nominate the unit for a national award and were delighted that the unit was one of three short listed and highly commended at the awards ceremony in London in October last year. We will be holding another carers training programme this year. Jacqui Downs will be inviting members to a meeting to help us develop a programme that meets the needs of our members. The branch are still looking for support volunteers. If any member is interested please feel free to contact me direct, or Lynda Boyce our volunteer development manager on 0131 335 4074. The branch, national centre and the Douglas Grant unit have agreed in principle to establish a pilot counselling service to complement the excellent service provided by Dr Carolyn Patterson. We will keep you posted on progress. Our AGM will be held on 27 April. Brian will be writing to members shortly seeking nominations for vacancies on the committee. I would be personally happy to speak with anyone who is interested in becoming involved in the work of the branch. Please get in touch. We were pleased to hear of the establishment of an MS Cross Party Working Group in the Scottish Parliament. We have posted a copy of the minutes of the first meeting held on 5 February 2014, together with a copy of their work plan for this year, on our website. I would encourage everyone to take time to read about this very welcome initiative. With best wishes George McLachlan Branch Chairman

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