That the Parliament celebrates the success of the Marymass Festival 2026 in Irvine; understands that the festival, which dates back to the Middle Ages, culminated in Marymass Saturday on 22 August 2026; recognises the longstanding contribution of the Irvine Carters' Society, which has helped to lead the celebrations since 1753, and of the Marymass Festival Committee in delivering the annual festival; acknowledges the crowning of the Marymass Queen 2026, Lucy Cardle, and her Royal Party, comprising the four Marys, Taylor Hyndman, Macie Bell, Skye McLardy and Mollie Bell, assisted by page boy, Oliver Masterton; notes that thousands of people attended the festival's programme of events, which included one of Scotland's largest horse-drawn community parades, horse racing, live jousting, the dog show, the greasy pole competition, fireworks, live music and other family activities on Irvine Moor; recognises the importance of Marymass in preserving Irvine's distinct cultural heritage while bringing together people of all ages from across Ayrshire and beyond, and commends everyone involved in organising, supporting and participating in Marymass Festival 2026.
Supported by: Clare Adamson, Heather Anderson, Colin Beattie, Miles Briggs, Jackie Dunbar, Fulton MacGregor, Cara McKee, Stuart McMillan, Paul Sweeney