The time has come for me to stand down as Pipe Major, 35 years is enough for anybody. The band is in a good position right now, both in numbers and playing standards so it is a good time to go.

Our new Pipe Major is Matt King who I am sure will take the band onwards and upwards. I wish him the very best in this new role and I am looking forward to being a back rank piper with the band again.

I would like to give my utmost thanks to everyone past and present for their support whether as a playing member or in a background role. There are many folk who deserve recognition but I would like to give a special mention to Joe Dempsey who was our lead tip for many years through thick and thin and has shown total dedication to supporting the band.

I have made so many friends through the band over the years, sadly some of those are no longer with us; please would you take a moment to think of them, good men one and all.

We’re all, still, cabarfeidh

Barry