Santa and his elves have started work early this year as the NSPCC’s Letter from Santa fundraising campaign gets off to a flying start. And there’s still time to join in the fun! In the Isle of Man parents, grandparents, friends, aunts and uncles alike can support ChildLine – the 24-hour helpline for children and young people – and bring some festive cheer into young lives by arranging to have a special Letter from Santa delivered to the child of their choice. For every letter requested, the NSPCC asks for a suggested donation of just ?5 – and every penny raised will help the charity be there for children whenever and wherever they need them. Martin Ashton, NSPCC Head of local fundraising in the North West said “Letter from Santa is a great way to light up a child’s Christmas. The appeal also helps us to raise money to support children who are perhaps not as fortunate. It’s not too late to buy your letter so order one now before Santa starts up his sleigh. “Our national helplines – including ChildLine – protect children and young people across the UK, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. By supporting our Letter from Santa initiative, you are helping to recruit and train more ChildLine counsellors to answer more cries for help.” To order a Letter from Santa for a child you know, either in the UK or abroad, visit www.nspcc.org.uk/santa or call 0845 839 9304 before December 19. Alternatively pick up a special order postcard in your local Debenhams, SPAR, Thorntons or Bhs store. Everyone who places an order this year will be automatically entered into a prize draw to win the trip of a lifetime for their family to Lapland* thanks to the generosity of lastminute.com. Ends