The Orange Order has axed marches across Scotland due to the ongoing outbreak of coronavirus. The Grand Orange Lodge of Scotland made the decision in response to Boris Johnson’s calls to avoid non-essential travel and contact.
The Prime Minister urged members of the public to avoid pubs, clubs and theatres, while working at home where possible during a press conference on Monday.
Orange Order chiefs say that it was time for the “institution to play its part in supporting the Prime Minister’s initiatives”.Lodge meetings, upcoming parades and large social gatherings among lodge members have been postponed or cancelled with immediate effect.A statement read: “The Most Worthy Grand Master and the Executive are of the opinion that we must act
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