Month of the Military Child 2026 in Arbroath

Early day motion 3023, tabled 23 March 2026 by Stephen Gethins (Scottish National Party). Signed by 3 members.

That this House recognises April as the Month of the Military Child and pays tribute to the strength and resilience of children growing up in Armed Forces families across the UK and overseas; further recognises in particular the many military-connected families living in and around Arbroath, including those connected to RM Condor; acknowledges the unique challenges faced by military children, including parental deployment, time apart from family members and changes to schooling and friendships; welcomes the work of Never Such Innocence in supporting children across the UK and overseas to express their experiences through poetry, art, speech and song; commends the work of the Armed Forces Families Support Team in Angus Council and the Naval Families Federation in supporting families in Arbroath and further afield; also recognises the importance of supporting military-connected pupils in local schools in Arbroath and the surrounding area; and calls on the Government to continue supporting organisations and initiatives that amplify the voices of military children and ensure they are properly recognised and supported in their schools and communities.

Signatures by party: Scottish National Party 2, DUP 1.