110 years of the Combined Cadet Force at the Royal School Armagh

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That this House congratulates the Royal School Armagh on the 110th anniversary of its Combined Cadet Force; notes that the contingent was founded in 1916 and is the oldest in Northern Ireland; welcomes the anniversary celebrations, which brought together pupils, former cadets and members of the local community for a parade inspected by Colonel Simon Cassels QVRM DL, Deputy Lord-Lieutenant for County Armagh, and displays and activities led by cadets; recognises that the contingent has helped generations of pupils develop confidence, leadership and teamwork and continues to do so for around 100 cadets across its Army and Royal Air Force sections; pays tribute to the staff and volunteers, past and present, whose dedication has sustained the contingent over the past 110 years; and wishes all associated with it continued success in the years ahead.