Motion text
That this House congratulates the former Stray Defence Association on its renaming as the Harrogate Stray Association on 12 May 2026; recognises the organisation’s 93 years of dedicated service since its founding in 1933 as guardians of Harrogate’s historic Stray; commends its steadfast commitment to protecting and preserving the 200 acres of open green space at the heart of Harrogate for the benefit of residents and visitors alike; notes that the Association’s updated name reflects its proactive, community-focused mission to safeguard the Stray for future generations while remaining true to its founding purpose; further recognises the importance of preserving accessible public green spaces and historic landscapes; and wishes the Harrogate Stray Association continued success in its work to ensure that the Stray remains protected, open and unspoilt for generations to come.
Signatures (5)
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There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.