Robinson congratulates parade organisers

EAST Londonderry MLA George Robinson has congratulated the organisers of a band parade in Macosquin last week.

“I wish to congratulate the organisers of the band parade in Macosquin last week, the first in a number of years, who ensured it passed of in a peaceful and dignified manner. I was very impressed with their hard work.

“The participants and those who lined the streets to watch are also to be congratulated on the great atmosphere they created and the enjoyment everybody obviously had. This was a great example of a community celebrating its culture and heritage.

“I am sure that after the success of this year’s event that the parade will become an annual event for everyone to enjoy, and I am looking forward to the 2011 parade already,” he said.