Members of the Apprentice Boys on the march in Derry last year
The parade, which is one of the biggest in the North of Ireland, and marks the anniversary of the ending of the Siege of Derry in August 1689, was due to take place on Saturday, August 8.
Organisers said the decision was not taken lightly and acknowledged advice from First Minister Arlene Foster, which made it “clear that as a responsible organisation we could not continue with our traditional parade”.
In an online post, the Apprentice Boys Association said they hoped to “fulfill some of the traditions associated with the commemoration” and through “token observances” made within government guidelines.
Instructing clubs to postpone all parades until further notice, they were also asked to consider placing a floral tribute at their local war memorial.
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