AT this time of year, when the festive mood starts to spread, and people think of family and friends, I would like to take this opportunity to wish all my constituents a merry Christmas and a happy New Year, and hope the festive period brings you joy and happiness.

But you could save a bit of money by buying locally, in local shops, local farmers' markets and from local businesses.

This year, why not make a conscious decision to support local businesses and help struggling local economies. The produce on offer in farmers’ markets and local shops throughout Wales is often hard to beat.

Plaid Cymru is committed to strengthen the Welsh economy, supporting small and medium sized businesses, and helping Welsh communities thrive.

This Christmas I’ll be buying local and I hope you will too!

Jill Evans MEP

Plaid Cymru – Party of Wales