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75th anniversary of Porter’s Fine Furnishings in Banbridge

EDM (Early Day Motion) 2121: tabled on 23 October 2025

Tabled in the 2024-26 session.

This motion has been signed by 4 Members. It has not yet had any amendments submitted.

Motion text

That this House congratulates Porter’s Fine Furnishings of Banbridge on marking its 75th anniversary of trading; pays warm tribute to Mr and Mrs Porter, who founded the business and remain very much at the heart of it today, still keeping a steady hand on the wheel; commends William and Audrey Porter for continuing that proud family tradition and steering the company into a vibrant new era; recognises that Porter’s Fine Furnishings has become part of the very DNA of Banbridge and its town centre; acknowledges the immeasurable benefit the business has brought to the local economy through employment and community support; and expresses sincere thanks for the enduring commitment of family-run enterprises like Porter’s, whose dedication and service continue to enrich local life.

The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.

There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.