MP for Rutland and Stamford Alicia Kearns has launched her sixth annual Christmas Card Competition, open to all local primary schools. 

This year's theme is 'My Perfect Christmas Tree,' with the winning design being printed and sent out as Alicia's official Christmas card.  

2023 winner Marcus with Alicia Kearns (Photo: Alicia Kearns MP)

Entries are welcome from pupils of all year groups from local primary schools and entries should be sent to Alicia's Oakham office at 6 Market Place, Oakham, LE15 6DY. Each submission should also include the child's full name, year group and school name on the back of the design, as well as which town and village they are from if they are happy to do so. 

2024 winning design by Emmie from Catmose Primary School (Photo: Alicia Kearns MP)

'My annual Christmas card competition is one of my favourite traditions of the year,' said Kearns, 'and I can't wait to see what 'My Perfect Christmas Tree' means to our children! 

'Whether it's reindeers, sparkling lights, colourful baubles, or something completely unexpected, their creativity never fails to bring a smile to my face and spread the festive spirit across our communities.' 

Last year's winner was Emmie from Catmose Primary School with her winning design for 'Father Christmas and Friends'. 

Former Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, was presented with Marcus's winning design in 2023 (Photo: Alicia Kearns MP)

In 2023, the winning design by Marcus from Year 4 at English Martyrs Catholic Voluntary Academy was presented to then Prime Minster Rishi Sunak. 

The deadline for entries is Friday 7th November. Good luck everyone!