That the Parliament congratulates the Irvine and Dreghorn Brass Band on its 40th anniversary; notes that the band, which provides children in North Ayrshire’s schools with brass instruments and musical tuition, offers entertainment across the community and consists of a senior band, which is currently in the second section of the Scottish Brass Band Association, a youth band and the Brasslets Beginners Band, which caters to children from as young as six; understands that its repeated success in the Scottish championships has led it to represent Scotland at the national finals on five occasions, and wishes all of its members all the best for the forthcoming 40th anniversary celebration concert and continued success.
SNP Member of the Scottish Parliament for Cunninghame South
Ruth Maguire MSP 