BLAIR MAYNE BURSARY

The legacy of great men such as Blair Mayne is the freedom, in all its forms, which has and continues to be enjoyed by hundreds of millions of people across the world today.

The response to the public appeal for the memorial to Colonel Mayne was so great that the funds raised exceeded the amount required to commission the bronze statue which now graces Conway Square in Newtownards. Consequently the Blair Mayne Committee and the Council decided to use these surplus funds to establish the Blair Mayne Bursary. Bursaries are now awarded once every year.

The Bursary welcomes applications:

·From residents of the Ards Borough aged 25 years or under

·In three categories - academic study, sport and adventure training.

The Bursary's guiding principle is 'aspiring to excellence' and therefore, applications are sought which demonstrate:

·Innovation

·Creativity

·Benefit to others

·Personal development of the candidate.

As special emphasis is placed on these areas, applicants should try to address them when completing their forms. Applicants are also asked to provide as much detailed and supporting information as possible.

For further information on the Blair Mayne Bursary please contact Ursula Mezza, Public Relations Officer, Tel: 028 9182 4021, E: ursula.mezza@ards-council.gov.uk

External Links:

The Blair Mayne Research Society