THE first minister is inviting primary school children from across Wales to get creative and design his official 2017 Christmas card.

Last year’s competition was won by nine-year-old Travis Carter of Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbrân, who received a special visit from Carwyn Jones and a framed copy of his design, after beating more than 700 entries.

The winning card will be chosen by the first minister and will be sent across the globe to people including the Queen and the prime minister.

Children from Years 3 and 4 must submit their bilingual entries by Friday, November 10.

The successful artist will get to meet the first minister and receive a signed, framed copy of their winning entry.

Mr Jones said: “I am calling all Wales’ budding young artists to reach for their colouring pencils, crayons and felt-tip pens and design my official Christmas card.

“I look forward to seeing all the artistic contributions – I am sure they will bring me much festive cheer.”