The day's longest parade, in Belfast, stretches to six miles (9.5km) - nine districts will take part, accompanied by about 60 bands.
The Grand Master has said that he hopes that in 2020 alternative ways to commemorate the Battle of the Boyne will be found. Ipso, An INM Website Amelia Murphy pictured in Donemana on the 12th of July 2019. Inpresspics.com.
Edward Stevenson has confirmed that the Orange Institution will not hold its annual Twelfth of July demonstrations this year.
Grand Master Edward Stevenson said the decision was taken in light of the ongoing pandemic and follows consultation with the Grand Masters of England and Scotland, local county masters and senior officers.
The Twelfth is an annual Ulster Protestant celebration of the victory of the Protestant King William of Orange over the Catholic forces of King James at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690. "I appreciate that our culture and traditions are very much a way of life for the Orange family, however in light of the current situation, we must prioritise the safety of not only our members, but of the entire community.". 12.07.19, Beth Stevenson and her mum Judith pictured in Donemana on the 12th of July 2019. Ronnie Thompson LOL 1977 who is celebrating his 72 birthday today pictured at the Belfast parade. "There will be a great deal to celebrate when we do finally have the opportunity to meet again.".
Inpresspics.com. 12.07.19, Two years old Isla McKeown pictured in Donemana on the 12th of July 2019. Picture By: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press. On each occasion, there were alternative ways found to mark the occasion. 12.07.19, Hester Glenn and her mum Loue Kee pictured in Donemana on the 12th of July 2019. See PA story ULSTER Twelfth.
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Pacemaker Press 12-07-2019: 12.07.19, Timothy Sproule, Caleb Kerrigan, jake Sproule and William Kerrigan pictured in Donemana on the 12th of July 2019. "We must bear in mind that for many people there will be no return of normal life. William and Meg Massey from East Belfast pictured at the Belfast parade.
Picture Martin McKeown. See PA story ULSTER Twelfth. Twelfth of July parades have been cancelled across Northern Ireland due to the coronavirus outbreak. Orange Lodge of Ireland Grand Master Edward Stevenson said the decision was taken in light of the ongoing pandemic.
The Orange Order has announced that this year's annual 12th of July parades have been cancelled due to Covid-19. Picture By: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press. 12.07.19. Mr Stevenson added: "For some, the coming days will be extremely painful. Christine Craig LOL88 pictured at the Belfast parade. Inpresspics.com. Sofie Lilly Ferguson five months old with Andrea Mawhinney pictured at the Belfast parade.
During the Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918, and at times during both the First and Second World Wars, parades were not held.
Parades had been due to take place at 17 venues across Northern Ireland and also in Rossnowlagh, Co Donegal, on July 12. Tens of thousands of people are expected at the marches, which mark the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne. The day's longest parade, in Belfast, stretches to six miles (9.5km) - nine districts will take part, accompanied by about 60 bands. "The Orange family has already lost members to this terrible virus whilst others are currently in hospital.".
"Bands have rightly asked members of the public not to follow them. 12.07.19, William Anderson from Omagh watches events unfold in Donemana on the 12th of July 2019. See PA story ULSTER Twelfth.
Orange Lodge of Ireland Grand Master Edward Stevenson said the decision was taken in light of the ongoing pandemic. Picture Martin McKeown.
The Orange Lodge of Ireland said its position had not changed, despite recent easing in the Covid-19 guidelines and restrictions. Instead, they have encouraged a 'stay at home' message with the band bringing music to them," he added. Tens of thousands of people are expected at the marches, which mark the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne. Picture By: Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press. Twelfth of July parades have been cancelled across Northern Ireland due to the coronavirus outbreak. Photo credit should read: Brian Lawless/PA Wire, Bandsmen and Orange Order members take part in an Orange Order parade in Belfast, as part of the annual Twelfth of July celebrations, marking the victory of King William III's victory over James II at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690. "We're telling them please don't plan for the Twelfth this year, devote your resources along the lines of battling coronavirus," he said. 06/04/2020. Inpresspics.com. Twelfth of July parades are taking place in 18 locations across Northern Ireland. In April 2020, The Orange Lodge of Ireland announced that the traditional parades will not go ahead this summer. Orangemen march annually on July 12th to commemorate the Protestant King William III's victory over the Catholic King James II at the Battle of the Boyne in 1690.
“ I appreciate that our culture and traditions are very much a way of life for the Orange family, however in light of the current situation, we must prioritise the safety of not only our members, but of the entire community.
Grand Master Edward Stevenson said the decision had been taken "in the face of the growing crisis" and that gathering hundreds of thousands of Orangemen plus bands and spectators "would not be responsible". Now learning to live on dialysis three times a week, with interests including heraldry, Scouting, reading, and music.
Twelfth of July parades have been cancelled due to coronavirus, the Orange Order has announced. See PA story ULSTER Twelfth. ( Log Out /
He acknowledged that people would be disappointed but said the organisation was exploring other avenues to celebrate the Twelfth online. Parades were scheduled to take place at 17 venues across Northern Ireland and also in Rossnowlagh, County Donegal in the Republic of Ireland.
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