THE Skelpies joined more than 40 landmarks scattered throughout Scotland in turning blue last night to mark World Parkinson's Day.
The Shipbuilders of Port Glasgow were illuminated on Thursday evening to raise awareness of the debilitating condition for which there is currently no cure.
It is estimated that close to 13,000 people are currently living with Parkinson's in Scotland and the local sculpture took part in the awareness event alongside the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow and St Magnus Cathedral in Orkney, which was the northernmost venue to participate.
Other prominent landmarks taking part included Victoria Quay in Edinburgh, the Wallace Tower in Ayr, and the main theatre at the MacRobert Arts Centre in Stirling.
Several volunteers worked with Parkinson’s UK in Scotland to promote the campaign to ‘make it blue’ for the annual event.
James Jopling, Scotland director for the charity, said: “We’re delighted to see so many landmarks turn blue for World Parkinson’s Day.
"It’s a huge boost to our efforts to raise awareness about Parkinson’s and advocate for the best possible support for people living with the condition.
“Parkinson’s is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world, affecting more and more people here in Scotland.
"It’s important everyone who lives with this condition knows they are not alone, that support is available.
“Lighting up blue is a really effective way to help spread this message of hope and we’re grateful to all who have made the effort for World Parkinson’s Day.”
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