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Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, gifted from Norway, sparks festive debate

The “pathetic” state of the Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree has prompted an online debate about the annual tradition.

The large Spruce tree, which is a gift from Norway in recognition of the UK’s help during World War II, was installed today and its threadbare foliage immediately got people talking.

One person joked: “I’ve always thought the Trafalgar Sq tree has forever been a sad pathetic sight. Time to call off this joke once and for all.

“Time for a tree that lifts the spirits instead of driving one to look for a bottle of spirits.”

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