Today, we are asking readers to help us bring hope to children over the festive season by donating cash or buying toys to support our NSPCC Christmas appeal. As Christmas approaches, children across the country will be asking parents and carers countless questions about the mysteries of this annual festival, like ‘how can a reindeer fly?’ or ‘how will Santa visit everyone in just one night?’. But the NSPCC’s Childline counsellors will hear from a child every 45 seconds who needs answers to more serious questions – not about the joy of Christmas, but about how to cope with abuse or loneliness.
The campaign is asking readers to make a £20 donation to Childline to help ensure children can get the support they need. (Image: NSPCC) Sir Peter Wanless, Chief Executive of the NSPCC, said: “There were almost 5,500 counselling sessions delivered by Childline to children and young people last Christmas, over the phone and online. At a time when children should be asking about Santa and when they can open their presents, thousands of children need support on how to stay safe from abuse, how to cope, and how to stop feeling so lonely.
“Our partnership with Newsquest Media Group this year has been a fantastic way to share important information about our services and campaigns. “And we are so grateful to the company and all its news titles for sharing the campaign, which will raise vital funds and help our Childline counsellors be there to answer children’s questions th.
