Motion · S5M-22010 · 9 Jun 2020

Minden Day Celebrations 2020

Lodged by Emma Harper Standard Motion 16 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament notes the cancellation of the annual Minden Day celebrations on 1 August 2020; supports the ex-servicemen and women from The Royal Scots Borderers, The Royal Regiment of Scotland, as successors to the 25th Regiment of Foot (King's Own Scottish Borderers), who will hold their own parades locally, in line with current COVID-19 requirements, to commemorate the participation of their forerunners and those of other regiments in the Battle of Minden during the Seven Years’ War in 1759; remembers the sacrifices of the service personnel who have served their country in many conflicts and wars over the years, and continues to support international measures, from governments and NGOs, which aim to promote peace, acceptance and tolerance.

Supporters (16)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.