As Christmas approaches, it is a time for celebration, thanks and reflection.
I hope each of us has many reasons to celebrate with our family and friends this year. As we see on our television screens every night, there are others in the world who are much less fortunate and Christmas is the time to remember this.
There are many things for which I will give thanks this Christmas. In particular, I would like to thank all those who work hard over Christmas and the New Year to keep us safe and well, including the emergency services, LIVES, carers and, of course, the armed forces.
There is much to reflect upon this Christmas. We have big decisions to make in 2017. I hope that we can do so in a peaceful and polite climate.
I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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