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Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party), on Wednesday, 14 April 2021, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 4 members in total.


51st anniversary of the foundation of the Ulster Defence Regiment

That this House notes the 51st anniversary of the foundation of the Ulster Defence Regiment (UDR); further notes that the UDR's official role was established as the defence of life or property in Northern Ireland against armed attack or sabotage; highlights the loss of life of over 190 serving members and 61 veteran members of the UDR; expresses our continued sympathy to those who mourn those losses; and thanks all UDR veterans and their families for the sacrifices they have made and are still making today for Queen and country.


Secondary information

Type
Early day motion
Reference
1739 
Session
2019-21
Other sponsors
Mike Penning
Paul Girvan
Carla Lockhart
Subjects
Defence Anniversaries Northern Ireland Ulster Defence Regiment Veterans
Link
View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk