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400th anniversary of Ballymena

EDM (Early Day Motion) 694: tabled on 01 September 2026

Tabled in the 2026-27 session.

This motion has been signed by 2 Members. It has not yet had any amendments submitted.

Motion text

That this House celebrates the 400th anniversary of Ballymena, noting that, on 25 August 1626, King Charles I granted the charter to the Adair family, which established Ballymena's identity as a thriving market town at the heart of County Antrim; congratulates all who over the years and to this day have made Ballymena a leading commercial hub and centre for successful businesses, including Wrightbus; and looks forward to the continuing prosperity of the town and its people.

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There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.