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Daily Record
18-06-2025
- Politics
- Daily Record
Scottish independence supporters urged to make Stirling march loud after pipe band withdrawal
All Under One Banner (AUOB) will this weekend host their annual march from Old Stirling Bridge to the Battle of Bannockburn field. Musicians are being urged to join the Scottish independence rally through the streets of Stirling this weekend after a pipe and drum band were forced to pull out. All Under One Banner (AUOB) will once again host its annual march from Old Stirling Bridge to the Battle of Bannockburn field on Saturday, June 21. The independence march sets off at 11am and participants will walk their way through the city's streets armed with banners, placards, megaphones and flags. The rally is set to coincide with the 711th anniversary of the Battle of Bannockburn, which took place on June 23 and 24, 1314. AUOB this week issued a call for musicians and drummers to attend. They said: 'The pipe band Saor Alba Pipes & Drums have informed us that sadly they will be unable to attend Stirling this year, so we are putting out this call for musicians to march with us this weekend. 'Whether you play the pipes or the drums, or play other musical instruments, and you can make it along on Saturday – then you are most welcome. We encourage you to be at Old Stirling Bridge for 10.30am sharp. 'We are also putting out the call for marchers to make the mobilisation highly audible, whether that be blowing whistles, using megaphones, percussion instruments or with electronic speakers playing music. We look forward to the YesBikers, who will be leading the march from the bridge. 'AUOB calls for the movement to unite and march next Saturday – making a powerful demonstration and statement of intent. Scotland's ancient past calls to our future – what we must do to make independence happen, and make it stand.' Due to the procession through the city, a number of roads will be closed between 10.30am and 12pm on Saturday. The road closures will be in: Laurencecroft Road; Drip Road; Back O'Hill Road; Lower Bridge Street; Cowane Street; Barnton Street; Murray Place; Port Street; St Ninians Road; Newhouse; Randolph Terrace; Main Street; Borestone Crescent; Mcgrigor Road; Craigend Road; Barnsdale Road; Newpark Road; Nailer Road; and Borestone Place. Last month, around 5,000 took part in an AUOB rally in Glasgow – from Kelvin Bridge to Glasgow Green. Demonstrators there carried Saltires as well as Palestinians flags. In previous years, the Stirling march has attracted as many as 20,000 people to it. The 2018 edition saw the colourful cavalcade of separatist supporters carrying flags, banners and placards as they took two hours to march the two miles from King's Park to the rally at the Battle of Bannockburn visitor centre. Apart from the Saltire and Royal Banner of Scotland, there were also the flags of Catalonia, Germany, Palestine and even Canada in evidence.
The National
16-06-2025
- Politics
- The National
Musicians called to join Stirling independence rally
Taking place in Bannockburn, Stirling, on Saturday, the group have asked musicians to get in touch after pipe band Saor Alba Pipes and Drums had to cancel their appearance at the upcoming rally. READ MORE: Top Scottish Greens face coordinated challenges for MSP spots from party members A statement from the group said: 'The pipe band Saor Alba Pipes and Drums have informed us that sadly they will be unable to attend Stirling this year, so we are putting out this call for musicians to march with us next weekend. 'Whether you play the pipes or the drums, or play other musical instruments, and you can make it along next Saturday – then you are most welcome. We encourage you to be at Old Stirling Bridge for 10.30AM sharp, 21 June.' AUOB have also requested that participants make the march 'highly audible' through the use of megaphones, whistles, percussion instruments or portable speakers. Saturday's march will take off from Old Stirling Bridge at 11am and will head on to Bannockburn Field. READ MORE: Why using sterling after independence would be huge strategic mistake A similar rally took place in 2024, designed in part to commemorate the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, in which Robert the Bruce claimed victory over the army of King Edward II of England. The group added: 'AUOB calls for the movement to unite and march next Saturday; making a powerful demonstration and statement of intent. 'Scotland's ancient past calls to our future; what we must do to make independence happen, and make it stand.' This weekend marks the group's second rally this year, following a successful march in Glasgow earlier this year which saw an estimated 5000 attendees walk from Kelvinbridge to Glasgow Green. YesBikers for Scottish Independence were also in attendance and are set to lead the Stirling procession from the bridge. The last AUOB march of 2025 is set to take place in Edinburgh on September 6.
Glasgow Times
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Glasgow Times
Around 5000 march for independence through Glasgow
The event was organised by All Under One Banner (AUOB) — one of Scotland's most prominent pro-independence campaign groups. The march began at Kelvin Way and travelled through some of the city's busiest streets, concluding at Glasgow Green, where rally-goers gathered for speeches and live music. (Image: Calum Mckenzie) READ MORE: Can you help? Dog found wandering in Glasgow's West End A pipe band led the procession, followed by waves of Scottish Saltires, Palestinian flags, Pride banners, and the Lion Rampant, as demonstrators expressed calls for independence, solidarity, and social justice. (Image: Calum Mckenzie) (Image: Calum Mckenzie) At the tail end of the march, the YesBikers for Scottish Independence rode in from High Street, leading the procession through Saltmarket to the final destination. READ MORE: 'Horned and dangerous': Driver pulled over for bizarre modification (Image: Calum Mckenzie) Once at Glasgow Green, attendees relaxed on the grass, some with picnics, as they awaited addresses from pro-independence speakers and performances by Amanda Brown and The Ronains. The route covered a wide stretch of the city, passing through Gibson Street, Woodlands Road, Sauchiehall Street, Blythswood Street, Blythswood Square, West George Street, Nelson Mandela Place, George Square, George Street, High Street, and Saltmarket. AUOB continues to organise marches across Scotland, with supporters emphasising peaceful protest and public visibility in the ongoing campaign for independence.
The National
25-04-2025
- Politics
- The National
First Scottish independence march of the year to be held
Activists have been advised to meet at Kelvingrove Park to march to Glasgow Green, starting at 11.30am on May 3. Yes Bikers will also take part, with the convoy leaving from Showcase Cinema in Coatbridge at 12.15pm to meet the marchers arriving at Glasgow Green. Stalls from various Yes groups are also expected. The route is as follows: Kelvin Way, Gibson Street, Eildon Street, Woodlands Road, Sauchiehall Street, Blythswood Street, Blythswood Square, West George Street, Nelson Mandela Place, George Square, George Street, High Street, Saltmarket, Glasgow Green. No speakers have been announced as of yet, and organisers All Under One Banner have been approached for comment. Encouraging independence supporters to attend, the group has said on social media: "AUOB promote unity and standing together as one, independence is a priority. "Come along and join us and see for yourself, you would be made to feel most welcome." READ MORE: Scottish independence march in Glasgow: What it was like in the crowd The non-profit initiative has since held 42 mass demonstrations across the country with countless other protests and meetings since it was launched. AUOB, which grew its marches from an estimated 25,000 in 2016 to 90,000 in 2020 before seeing a post-Covid decline. The group recently raised £10,000 to fund 2025's schedule of marches and rallies. The full list of events for 2025 is as follows: May 3 - Glasgow June 21 - Stirling September 6 - Edinburgh It is not yet known whether other groups such as Believe in Scotland will host national marches this year. Previous AUOB rallies have seen a wide range of speakers from multiple different parties and organisations.
