Paisley Boys' Brigade members earn prestigious King’s Badge

The accolade, which is the highest award the organisation can offer, was presented at the annual Company Inspection and Display event at Paisley West Church.

The recipients - Daniel Docherty, Jordan Halliday, Adam Jack, Lewis Kerr, Max McGowan, Aneiti Matthew, Darren Queen, Aaron Urquhart and Ewan Watson - were recognised for their dedication and commitment.

Adam Jack, Best Boy and Max McGowan, Squad Challenge (Image: Supplied) ​In working towards the award, the boys contributed 301 combined hours of community volunteering.

They also contributed over 288 combined hours to service to their BB company.

The celebratory evening saw Simon McNeill, the Paisley and District Battalion Development Officer, in attendance as the event's chief guest.

A packed programme throughout the night allowed the youngsters to demonstrate their skills and talents.

The event also saw the presentation of the President's Badge, the second-highest award in The Boys' Brigade, to Matthew Clarke, Matthew Jack, and Stephen Wilson.

Stephen Wilson, Best Intermediate and Matthew Jack, Best Drilled Boy (Image: Supplied) Additional trophies presented saw Lewis Cox awarded Anchor Boy Endeavour, Grayson Glen awarded Anchors Best Boy, while the Juniors equivalents were awarded to Lucas McEwan and Devash Videm.

Grayson Glen, Best Anchor and Devash Videm, Best Junior (Image: Supplied)

In the Company Section, Samual Docherty, Matthew Jack, Stephen Wilson and Adam Jack all received awards.

Lucas McEwan, Junior Endeavour Award and Samual Docherty, Best Junior, Best Drilled Recruit  (Image: Supplied) A spokesperson for the 8th Paisley Boys' Brigade Company said: "All sections have enjoyed a busy session with trips, visits, and challenges taking place throughout the year.

"Our Juniors and Company adventure weekend to PGL Dalguise was the highlight, however, other trips included our Seniors football trip to Accrington Stanley, our Pantomime trip to the Kings, and regular attendance at Hampden to watch Scotland."

The new BB session for the 8th Paisley begins on Friday, August 22, with plans underway to confirm the upcoming activity programme.

Further details on the 8th Paisley Boys’ Brigade can be found on their Facebook page or emailing 8thpaisley@gmail.com.