Saffron Walden MP Kemi Badenoch, whose constituency also covers Dunmow, is running a Christmas card competition for children aged up to 11.

The winning design will feature on Mrs Badenoch's e-Christmas card to residents, businesses and parliamentary colleagues, including the Prime Minister.

The top three entries will be displayed on Mrs Badenoch's website, and all schools that take part will receive a certificate of thanks.

Mrs Badenoch said: "I am looking forward to seeing all the designs submitted as part of this competition that I know will reflect the brilliant imagination and artistic talent of young people across Chelmsford and Uttlesford.

"Best of luck to everyone entering!"

Designs are welcome from children across the constituency, and are welcome individually from parents or together from schools.

They should be sent to Kemi Badenoch MP, House of Commons, London, SW1 0AA.

Digital designs will also be accepted. Please send to kemi.badenoch.mp@parliament.uk.

The official entry form can be found at www.kemibadenoch.org.uk. Alternatively, please submit designs on a piece of A4 paper and include the name, year group and name of school.

Parents must give consent for their child’s name to be shared alongside the card if they win. The deadline for entries is December 9.