Wishart hosts ‘Wear a Hat Day’ for Brain Tumour Research

Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland MSP, Beatrice Wishart, has hosted Brain Tumour Research and ‘Wear a Hat Day’ in the Scottish Parliament to raise awareness among parliamentarians of the devastating disease. Wishart also questioned the First Minister about Scottish Government funding for research highlighting that brain tumours are the biggest cancer killer of children and adults under the age of 40.

The charity held a photo call for MSPs after First Minister’s Questions and held an information session for MSPs to highlight the needs of those diagnosed with a brain tumour and their families.

Speakers at the event included:

• Professor Steve Pollard, University of Edinburgh, whose team is working to better understand brain stem cells and their potential role in 'glioblastoma' - a fast-growing brain cancer.
• Theo Burrell, BBC Antiques Roadshow expert and Brain Tumour Research Patron, who is living with a glioblastoma.
• Hugh Adams, Head of Stakeholder Relations at Brain Tumour Research.
• Dr Joanna Birch, School of Cancer Studies, University of Glasgow

Wishart reiterated her call for more investment in research into causes, treatments and cures, as well as more support for patients and families.

Ms Wishart said:

“I want to thank Brain Tumour Research for once again coming to the Parliament and bringing their inspiring speakers.

“Thank you as well to my fellow colleagues who came along sporting hats to highlight brain tumours and attending the informative information session afterwards.

“Today I am re-affirming my calls for more funding to improve treatments, find a cure and increase support for patients and families.

“I hope next year we can invite Brain Tumour Research back to the Parliament with positive news about efforts to support those diagnosed with a brain tumour and their families.”

ENDS

Notes to editors

Ms Wishart’s question to the First Minister can be seen here.

Brain Tumour Research’s website.