London’s sad Christmas tree

This year’s annual festive gift from Norway fails to wow social media users

Christmas tree being installed
The installation of last year’s Christmas tree at Trafalgar Square in London
(Image credit: Chris J Ratcliffe/Getty Images)

Londoners flocked to Trafalgar Square last night for the lighting up of the Christmas tree sent from Norway each year – but this year’s fir is failing to dazzle.

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