MIGHT I have some space to praise to the roof tops the members of the parish council.

We elders were invited to Christmas dinner at the local village hall on 3 December

The dinner was cooked superbly and it was piping hot. Richard and Jo Davies began preparing the meal at six o'clock in the morning and what a splendid meal it was.

The atmosphere was magic and this kind of activity brings out the very best in people. It wasn't just the terrific meal but everyone had a present and we had a raffle where many winners were well blessed.

Complements to our two wonderful chefs and last but not least those teenagers and adults who helped by waiting on and those that helped to organise this special occasion. Step up and take a bow, or curtsey, for all of your hard work, well done.

And to finish by praising your hard work at the Andover Advertiser throughout the year bringing us local news whether good or bad, you do a splendid job.

God bless our Queen.

God bless all.

Josie Smith, Hedges Close, Shipton Bellinger