New role for Sir Alex as he signs on with Playlist for Life

FOOTBALL legend Sir Alex Ferguson has signed on as the official ambassador to dementia charity Playlist for Life.

- By John Dingwall

The former Aberdeen and Manchester United manager is taking on the role after supporting the charity through fundraising and awareness raising campaigns.

He visited staff at the organisation's office in Glasgow this week to learn how Playlist for Life uses music to improve the lives of people living with dementia.

Sir Alex said: "Dementia is a big challenge for all of us but we all know someone close to us who has dementia.

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"It's not always easy to talk about but music is a fantastic thing that can help. I'm beyond proud to be an ambassador for Playlist for Life.

"Visiting the team and hearing more about the work they do, I can see they are leading the way in using music to transform the lives of people affected by dementia."

Sir Alex, who shared his own favourite playlist with the charity, added: "Music is a fantastic thing, I've made a start on the playlist of my life.