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Measures in the Scottish government’s programme will affect the Parkinson’s community in many ways. One important new law will enable more people with Parkinson’s to take part in vital research. 

Here are the latest medication supply issues we are aware of. 

Parkinson's UK welcomes the first release of Lewy body dementia diagnosis data. 

A small study shows that adaptive deep brain stimulation is better than the standard version at controlling movement symptoms day and night for people with Parkinson’s. 

We're investing £1.6m through our Virtual Biotech programme to drive forward the development of a promising molecule which has the potential to become a drug that slows or stops Parkinson’s.

In July, we had the pleasure of hosting Membership Matters, an online event exclusively for Parkinson's UK members. We were delighted to see over 200 members sign up to either join us live or watch the recording later. 

The To be Heard! music festival supported by Parkinson’s UK showcased the creativity and achievements of people living with young onset Parkinson’s.

On 17 July, the King announced the new government's legislative programme for the next year. Here are the highlights and what it could mean for the Parkinson's community.

We wanted to make sure as many newly elected MPs understand Parkinson’s and how they can support our work to improve health care and transport services and financial support.

NHS Talking Therapies help people with their mental health. We want to hear about your experiences.