EDM 1627: 150th anniversary of Carleton Street Orange Hall

That this House congratulates Carleton Street Orange Hall and Heritage Centre in Portadown on its 150th anniversary; recognises the hall as one of the most historically significant and architecturally distinguished Orange halls in Northern Ireland, having served since 1875 as a central venue for Loyal Order organisations and a focal point for community and cultural life; welcomes the efforts to document and promote the hall’s rich heritage through the publication of a new commemorative booklet; notes the hall’s wartime role, including its use by British and American forces during the Second World War, and the removal of its original archway in 1940 under the Scrap for Victory campaign; further welcomes the reinstatement of a new archway as a meaningful act of historical restoration during this anniversary year; commends all those involved in organising events and exhibitions to mark this important milestone, with special recognition to the Carleton Street trustees, the hall committee and Portadown Heritage Tours for their dedication to preserving and celebrating local heritage; and supports the ongoing work to ensure the hall’s legacy is maintained for future generations.