Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Steve Darling (Liberal Democrat), on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 11 members in total.

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50th anniversary of Torbay Civic Society

That this House congratulates Torbay Civic Society on its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking half a century of dedicated voluntary service to the communities of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham; recognises that, since its foundation in 1976, the Society has worked tirelessly to promote public interest in the history, heritage, character and built environment of Torbay and to encourage the preservation and sympathetic development of the places that make the Bay distinctive; commends its important contribution to local heritage through its extensive Blue Plaque programme, historical research and publications, public lectures, community events and engagement with planning, conservation and regeneration matters; acknowledges the generations of officers, committee members, volunteers, supporters and local residents whose commitment has sustained the Society throughout its first 50 years; celebrates the Society's continuing work to increase public awareness and appreciation of Torbay's rich architectural, cultural and social heritage; further recognises the important contribution that independent civic societies make across the United Kingdom in protecting local identity, encouraging civic pride and giving communities a voice in shaping their future; and wishes Torbay Civic Society every success as it celebrates its Golden Jubilee and continues its work of celebrating Torbay's past and shaping its future for generations to come.

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Secondary information

Type

Early day motion

Reference

733 

Session

2026-27

Other sponsors

Wera Hobhouse

Jim Shannon

Martin Wrigley

Caroline Voaden

Roz Savage

Subjects

Anniversaries Cultural heritage Voluntary organisations Torbay

Link

View this Early day motion on edm.parliament.uk