High street department store Marks & Spencer has unveiled its Christmas advert for 2016 and it features a strong female character, Mrs. Claus, making sure that December 25 is filled with love and forgiveness for one family. 

In the commercial, which has a run time of three minutes, Mrs. Claus is seen replying to a letter to Santa written by a young boy, who wants to replace a pair of his sister's trainers that he ruined. She heads off on a secret mission of goodwill and delivers, making their Christmas one to remember. 

Mrs. Claus told Marks & Spencer that she prefers the "trickier projects" and leaves the straightforward parts of the festive period to her husband, Santa Claus:

"Christmas is a team effort. I take on trickier projects because they suit me – I’m calm but determined. Santa’s an eggnog-half-full kind of guy; his jolliness is perfect for the big gestures. Mr C knows I have my own thing but he doesn’t ask questions. It works because we trust and respect one another so much."

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Watch the heartwarming ad, along with those shared by John Lewis and Very, here: