Royal Black Perceptory No 290, 125th anniversary

That this House notes the milestone anniversary of Newtownards RBP No 290, celebrating 125 years; highlights the preceptory as part of Newtownards Royal Black District Chapter No. 11, which was instituted in 1913 and that Newtownards District Chapter was formed by two preceptories which had been affiliated to City of Belfast Grand Black Chapter but the District now consists of thirteen preceptories which meet regularly at locations throughout Strangford and North Down, including the Ards Peninsula; thanks all District Officers for their efforts in ensuring this year's Black Parade celebrations went off successfully; and wishes each preceptory all the best for the future.