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The Latest Breaking News from Doddie Weir

MND funding announcement ‘in days’ – Barclay

The Department of Health and Social Care was accused of withholding MND research funding following the death of Doddie Weir.

The Independent UK

Tragic Doddie Weir in happier times - taking the Metro with his Newcastle Falcons teammates

Doddie Weir who recently lost his much-publicised battle with motor neurone disease was part of the Newcastle Falcons team which won the Rugby Union Premiership title in 1998

Chronicle Live

David Smith: News of Doddie Weir's passing a reminder to align values

As the days come closer to what will be my last in Majorca, I am blessed to make the most of the weather and nice roads to clock several more…

The National (Scotland)

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Today's rugby news as Eddie Jones publicly takes down Clive Woodward and Wales international bemoans 'crazy mess'

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Wales Online

Doddie Weir's memorial details confirmed as Edinburgh fans urged to wear tartan

Organisers have announced that a service to commemorate his life will be held before Christmas, with those attending asked to wear any form of tartan to the event, requested by the rugby legend himself.

Edinburgh Live

Tonight's rugby news as Wales international left dumbfounded by overlooked star's omission

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Wales Online

Scotland's political leaders pay tribute to Doddie Weir at Holyrood

Nicola Sturgeon pledged to do all she can to find a cure to motor neuron disease.

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Doddie Weir memorial service planned with Scots asked to wear tartan at celebration of rugby legend

The former Scotland player died at the age of 52 last week after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2017.

Daily Record

‘People will talk about him forever’: Scotland pledge to do Doddie Weir proud

The 52-year-old former international lock lost his battle with motor neurone disease last weekend

The Independent UK

Doddie bravery has inspired me after my Parkinson's diagnosis - Martin Hannan

The face of the consultant neurosurgeon told me the story before he even pronounced his diagnosis.

The National (Scotland)

Peter Horne expects better Ross Thompson after injury setback

Pete Horne says he is looking forward to seeing a permanent tribute to Doddie Weir being unveiled at some point in the hopefully near future,…

The National (Scotland)

Rotary Club of Perth make fond tribute to Doddie Weir

The death of sporting hero Doddie Weir prompted the Rotary Club of Perth to revisit happy memories of meeting the former capped rugby player, MND campaigner and all-round inspiration.

Daily Record

‘It’s the scars I wear’: Chris Robshaw on England, leadership and what comes next

Reflecting on highs and lows of an 18-year career, the former England captain wants to use his experience to help others

The Guardian - UK

Today's rugby news as Shaun Edwards backs Warren Gatland Wales return and Wood says he'd make 'significant' difference

These are your rugby headlines on Tuesday, November 29.

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The Guardian - UK

Doddie Weir obituary

Scotland and Lions rugby player who became a campaigner after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease

Evening Standard

Doddie Weir was a genuine one-off... his brilliant legacy will live on

Alan Tait remembers friend and former team-mate Doddie Weir, who has died after a battle with motor neurone disease

Chronicle Live

Tributes paid to rugby legend and 'true gentleman' Doddie Weir after his death from Motor Neurone Disease

Doddie Weir raised millions of pounds for Motor Neurone Disease research

Daily Record

Michael Beale is a Rangers lemming and QPR will be in hysterics after fleecing a mug punter - Hotline

Beale is set to be named as Gio van Bronckhorst's successor at Ibrox but not everyone is convinced.

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The Independent UK

Rob Burrow says Doddie Weir was a ‘beacon of light’ for MND sufferers to follow

The former Scotland international died on Saturday after a six-year battle with the disease, which Burrow discovered he had in 2019

The National (Scotland)

Gregor Townsend and Jamie Ritchie pay touching tributes to Doddie Weir

SCOTLAND head coach Gregor Townsend and national captain Jamie Ritchie today [Sun] added their tributes to Doddie Weir, who died yesterday [Sat] at…

The National (Scotland)

Franco Smith determined to find a solution to Warriors’ troubles on the road

GLASGOW WARRIORS head coach Franco Smith has called on his men to bounce back from their latest Dublin debacle and find a way to win away from home…

Wales Online

Tonight's rugby news as Cardiff pull off astonishing victory in South Africa and Eddie Jones joins Pivac on the edge

The latest rugby news stories and headlines from Wales and beyond at the end of the autumn internationals

AFP

Scotland coach Townsend salutes Weir's 'huge legacy'

London (AFP) - Scotland coach Gregor Townsend has paid tribute to the "huge legacy" left by Doddie Weir following his former team-mate's death from Motor Neurone Disease.

The Guardian - UK

‘Force of nature’: ex-rugby player Doddie Weir leaves lasting legacy, say admirers

Scotland and British and Irish Lions legend died over the weekend from motor neurone disease

Daily Mirror

Rob Burrow's dad issues fresh £50m MND plea to government after Doddie Weir's death

The government are yet to pay the £50million they pledged to help fund research into motor neurone disease and have been urged to stump up the cash

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