Burns Night 2026 and the legacy of Robert Burns

Early day motion 2684, tabled 26 January 2026 by Jim Shannon (DUP). Signed by 9 members.

That this House celebrates Burns Night 2026, marked annually on 25 January, commemorating the life and work of Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet; notes that Burns was one of the greatest poets whose work continues to resonate across around the world; underlines his significant contribution to poetry, song and the preservation and elevation of the Scots language and culture; further highlights his influence on literature and cultural identity, reflecting the shared heritage between Scotland and Ulster; welcomes the continued celebration of Burns Night by communities across Northern Ireland and Scotland and further afield in the Scots diaspora; and expresses the desire that Burns Night should continue to be celebrated by generations to come.

Signatures by party: DUP 3, Liberal Democrat 2, Conservative 1, Labour 1, Reform UK 1, Scottish National Party 1.