STRATHCLYDE POLICE PIPE BAND

Early day motion 1811, tabled 2 July 2009 by John Mason (Scottish National Party). Signed by 7 members.

That this House expresses concern over planned cuts to the Strathclyde Police Pipe Band; recognises that it is not only a national institution but also one of the oldest and most prestigious pipe bands in the world; recalls its 12 wins at the World Pipe Band Championships; believes the band is an ambassador for Scottish musical culture, Scotland and the Scottish police force both at home and abroad; notes the good relations between the band and the area's communities; further notes the record audience numbers who flocked to see the band at this year's Celtic Connections festival; and believes these visitors contributed significantly to the Glasgow economy.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 4, DUP 3.