Made to Parade Podcast Episode 71 - Mervyn Gibson (Video)

<p>The Made to Parade podcast is back! This is a special episode featuring the Grand Secretary of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland, Mervyn Gibson.</p> <p>I caught up with Mervyn after the 12th to talk about a few issues that had come up just prior to the big day, namely the leaked documents concerning discussions around a potential change to the Belfast 12th parade route and a proposal to have an approved bands register for the Belfast County lodges.</p> <p>Both of these topics generated a lot of debate in the days leading up to the 12th. Now that the dust has settled a little, Made to Parade thought it would be a good idea to sit down with Mervyn and discuss these two topics.</p> <p>Mervyn shares his own opinions on both and states that while he cannot speak for Belfast County, he does have something to contribute to the discussion.</p> <p>The conversation was quite spontaneous and there may be points that are not covered in lots of detail, however it was an open, honest and frank conversation.</p> <p>I want to thank Mervyn for giving his time to come and chat with me and  share his opinions, it was a great privilege to have him come to the studio and be a part of the podcasts comeback.</p> <p>There is still plenty of discussion to be had on these two topics and over the months that lie ahead I am sure we will talk further with other bands men and lodge members.</p> <p>But for now welcome back to the podcast and I hope you enjoy the conversation with Mervyn.</p>