1912 Covenant competition

The Order says that the event is part of its efforts to ensure that the legacy of the Covenant is as widely understood and appreciated as possible.

The “New Song for Ulster” competition was formally launched by the Order’s Director of Services, Dr. David Hume, who said the Ulster Covenant of 1912 resulted in the foundations being laid for Northern Ireland.

He said that the unionist community was quite right to celebrate the centenary of the Covenant.

The Covenant was a seminal event in Irish history and shaped the future political and constitutional development of the island,” he said.

“However, for the ordinary unionist the significance of the Covenant was in giving a sense of security at a time when all they held dear was under threat. The fact that it was signed by 471,414 men and women showed how important they understood it to be a century ago.

“In seeking to commemorate the centenary of this remarkable document, the Grand Orange Lodge will be including in its plans a contest to bring forward new musical and writing talent, and we hope that this competition will capture the imagination.”

For further details and entry forms you can contact the Grand Orange Lodge at 028 90 701122 or email [email protected]