Early Day Motion·EDM 1775

80th Anniversary of the Wellington Memorial Silver Band

1 September 20254 Signatures

Primary sponsor

Jim Shannon

Democratic Unionist PartyStrangford

Motion Text

That this House congratulates the Wellington Memorial Silver Band, based in Crossgar County Down, on the occasion of its 80th anniversary; acknowledges the band’s longstanding contribution to the cultural and musical life of the local community since its founding in 1945; commends the band’s commitment to musical education and community outreach recognises the dedication and talent of its members, past and present, who have upheld a proud tradition of musical excellence for eight decades; notes the band’s continued success in regional competitions and its role as a cultural ambassador for Northern Ireland; and wishes the Wellington Memorial Silver Band continued growth and success as it celebrates this significant milestone and continues to inspire future generations of musicians.