Livingston James’ Fiona McLeod Runs Edinburgh Marathon for Marie Curie

Congratulations to Livingston James Group Finance Manager, Fiona McLeod, who completed last weekend’s marathon as part of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2022!

Fiona, who took up running for Livingston, James Group’s Rob Roy Challenge in 2014, was raising funds for Marie Curie, a charity that has been important to her family in recent years.  If you would like to donate, please visit Fiona’s Just Giving page.

Also taking part in the marathon was Rutherford Cross’ Jonathan Donnelly, who ran to raise funds for Alzheimer Scotland.  You can read more about Jonathan’s marathon experience and how to donate here.

Huge congratulations to both Fiona and Jonathan for their achievements!

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