LANDMARKS in Renfrewshire will be lit up blue on Sunday in a show of support for World Parkinson’s Day.

Johnstone Bandstand, Renfrew Town Hall and the nearby White Cart Bridge are among scores of structures across Scotland set to turn blue to raise awareness of the world's fastest growing neurological condition.

Parkinson's is a progressive brain disease with more than 40 recognised symptoms. There is currently no cure.

Sunday's show of support has been organised by Karen McConnell, who is a volunteer with Parkinson’s UK Scotland.

She said: “It’s absolutely fantastic to have the support of buildings lighting up blue for World Parkinson’s Day. It’s a really strong visual symbol of support for the Parkinson’s community and unites us all to mark the day.

“I hope lighting up Scotland for World Parkinson’s Day will help raise awareness of Parkinson’s and show the Parkinson’s community that we stand shoulder to shoulder with them and will continue to work to raise awareness until a cure is found."

Annie Macleod, director of Parkinson's UK Scotland, added: “We are delighted to see so many iconic buildings light up for World Parkinson’s Day and are extremely grateful for their continuing support.

"This is an important symbol for just under 400 people in Renfrewshire who live with the condition.

“It has been an extremely difficult year for the Parkinson’s community. We know that many people with Parkinson's have experienced deteriorating symptoms over the last year. They have not been able to access the things that help keep them well, from care and treatment to seeing family and friends and getting out of the house for exercise or other activities.

"Many families have faced bereavement with little support in these strange times.

“We hope this will be a beacon of hope for all who live with the condition.”

To show your support for World Parkinson’s Day, visit www.parkinsons.org.uk/get-involved/world-parkinsons-day-2021.