MP for Edinburgh South West, Dr Scott Arthur has been named Political Voice of the Year at a ceremony in London.

Sarcoma UK held their annual Shining Stars event and awarded the local MP this accolade for his leadership in promoting the Rare Cancers Bill. The bill is intended to focus on rare cancer research including sarcoma. The charity said Dr Arthur has consistently spoken up for patients and families affected by the disease.

In June this year, he hosted the Westminster launch of Unique Among Cancers , the charity’s landmark report on the state of sarcoma care across the UK.

Dr Arthur said: “I’m truly grateful to Sarcoma UK for this award. It’s a privilege to work alongside campaigners, clinicians and families who refuse to let sarcoma go unseen. Their dedication keeps pressure

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