During this festive period, I have visited many schools to attend Christmas productions and carol concerts - including Trinity Primary School and St Stephen's Primary school.

Most recently I was delighted to meet Father Christmas at Westcroft Sports College  (pictured) at their annual Christmas event.

I also spoke at the opening of the Zip Theatre pantomime - Litte Red Riding Hood - at Low Hill Community Centre. It is an annual production that is attended by the local community and I would like to thank all the local volunteers who kept us fed and watered in the interval.

I attended the annual carol service at St Thomas church at Wednesfield where many schools were represented and the pupils sang so well. Ruth Badger switched on the lights on the high street afterwards.

22 December 2010