SIR – My two youngest grandchildren went to see Santa. The last thing dear old Santa said was, “Don’t forget to tidy your bedroom for me, so I won’t fall when I come with your presents!”

Since then, guess what? Tidy bedrooms. A big thankyou, Santa, but where were you when all my children were little (mums will know what I am talking about here)?

Wishing you, Santa, and everyone who helps you at this busy festive time, a very merry Christmas.

Christine Ward, Westgate, Eccleshill