🎄🎅 Commissioner and Deputy share the winning artwork from their annual Christmas card competition

A festive design by a boy from Surrey has been sent to MPs, charity leaders, local councillors – and even the Prime Minister. 

The image, which features tidings of joy for towns and villages across the county, was sent to Police and Crime Commissioner Lisa Townsend during her annual Christmas card competition. 

It was drawn by a youngster who is supported by the South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Service (SWSDAS). He has been awarded a £100 Amazon voucher, while his artwork has been turned into a festive card which has been posted to hundreds of people this Christmas - including the Prime Minister.

▶️ Surrey's Police and Crime Commissioner and her Deputy wish residents a merry and safe Christmas

The Commissioner said: “I have always considered myself extremely lucky to serve as Surrey’s Police and Crime Commissioner, and that’s never more true than when I receive the submissions for the Christmas card competition. 

“I’d like to take this opportunity to thank those who work for Surrey Police for their tireless efforts to keep us all safe, and to wish everyone a very happy Christmas.” 

Ellie said: “We both loved the winning design, which will be on mantlepieces and tables around the country this Christmas. 

“On the back of the card, we’ve shared the best ways to get in touch with Surrey Police, so this is one card that might still be in people’s homes long into the new year.”