Merry Christmas!
A short note to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. This morning I am looking forward to visiting the maternity unit at Bedford Hospital, the Cygent Wing, and giving my best wishes to all staff, to new parents and possibly saying hello to any Christmas Day arrivals! Later on I'll be visiting Bedford Concern for the Homeless and Rootless's (BECHAR) Prebend Day Centre as its Christmas Lunch is prepared, before going on to Bedford Fire Station and saying thank you to those on duty.
If you want to find out more about the excellent work BECHAR does, go to www.prebendcentre.org.uk. Meanwhile, more information on the Bedford Hospitals Charity, which has supported the refurbishment of the Cygnet Wing amongst many other vital projects, can be found here: www.bedhospcharity.org.uk.
Again, may I wish a peaceful, healthy and happy Christmas to you and your loved ones.