140th anniversary of Boys Brigade

Early day motion 1667, tabled 16 October 2023 by Jim Shannon (DUP). Signed by 9 members.

That this House recognises The Boys’ Brigade, a Christian youth organisation, which provides opportunities for children and young people to learn, grow and discover, celebrates its 140th anniversary; notes that the organisation was founded in 1883 by Sir William Alexander Smith and that it was the first voluntary uniformed youth movement in the world to which many of today's organisations for young people can trace their roots; highlights the marking of the milestone by the Brigade planting an oak tree to commemorate the life and legacy of its founder in a special Heroes of the Faith Woodland which is being created on the outskirts of Birmingham; further notes the action being taken at local levels to celebrate this event all across the country, including a live Monopoly challenge last weekend for young people; and wishes all Boys’ Brigade members across the UK cheerful celebrations and many more years of great work and contribution to the local community.

Signatures by party: DUP 5, Conservative 1, Labour 1, Liberal Democrat 1, Scottish National Party 1.