DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY (NO. 2)

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That this House welcomes the screening on 10 July 2012 in the Attlee Suite of the film by Dr Jon Hastie entitled, A Life Worth Living: Pushing the limits of Duchenne; recognises Dr Hastie's achievement in producing the film; acknowledges the powerful contributions of everyone who took part in the film; notes that the film is raising awareness about Duchenne muscular dystrophy and the hopesand aspirations of people affected by that severe life-limiting condition; further notes the role of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign and Action Duchenne in supporting the film; and hopes that the film will highlight the need for improvementsto independent living and support for people affected by muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular conditions across the UK.