THIS is a very important time of the year to enjoy spending time with family and friends. But sadly this is not always the case and we need to spare a thought for the family and friends who are no longer with us and people who live in isolation and loneliness.

I will be using this time to reflect on my first six months as The Mayor of the Bay of Colwyn and spending some quality time with my beautiful daughter Chelsea.

Many of us will be working on Christmas Day and I would like to send a special message to all the emergency services and our armed forces for all their hard work and dedication in keeping us safe and helping us when we need it most.

On behalf of the Bay of Colwyn Town Council, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.