MP Launches Annual Christmas Card Competition

3.09.04

Local Liberal Democrat MP Edward Davey has launched his annual Christmas card competition, inviting 4-15 year olds from all over Kingston and Surbiton to create a Fair Trade Christmas image that will be adopted as his official 2004 Christmas card.

The competition, now in its fourth year, has three age categories with three prizes in each. The overall winner will not only have their design printed and produced to be distributed by Edward Davey, but will also be invited, along with their family, to have tea with him in the House of Commons.

Commenting on this year's theme, Edward Davey MP said

"We have decided on a Fair Trade theme this year as it is an important issue at a time of year when we should be thinking of those less fortunate than ourselves and what we can do to help them.

"Fair Trade ensures a fair deal for people in the developing world who provide us with the little luxuries we take for granted such as coffee, chocolate and even clothes. The scheme picks up key Christmas themes such as giving and sharing.

"It is also a very important issue locally. Kingston is working towards becoming a Fair Trade Borough, promoting Fair Trade through council activities and in the community. I hope this competition will raise awareness of Fair Trade for all ages.

"Letters have been sent to every school in the constituency. If any child who lives in Kingston or Surbiton but attends a school that is not in the constituency wishes to enter they are very welcome. Details can be obtained from my office on 020 8288 0161.

"The deadline is Monday 25th October and I am looking forward to seeing what those budding young artists out there can produce!"