Early day motion · EDM 2582 · 8 Jan 2026

Grandmaster David Bailey awarded Ninth Dan in Taekwondo

Tabled by Brian Leishman (Labour) 5 signatures

The motion

That this House congratulates Grandmaster David Bailey, founder and Chief Instructor of Central Taekwondo Academy in Falkirk, on being awarded Ninth Dan Taekwondo, the highest rank attainable; recognises that this award followed the successful completion of a rigorous High Dan promotion process at Kukkiwon in Seoul; further recognises the decades of dedication, discipline, and leadership demonstrated by David Bailey throughout his career; acknowledges the significant contribution that Central Taekwondo Academy has made to Falkirk and surrounding communities through the promotion of sport, confidence, and personal development for people of all ages; and wishes Grandmaster David Bailey every success as he continues to pass on his expertise, values, and experience to future generations of students.

Signatories (5)

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