Bromley police are urging the community to make a disadvantaged child’s Christmas by donating a new toy or gift to their festive appeal.

To donate, residents can collect a tagged ribbon from a Christmas tree unveiled outside Bromley police station on Wednesday (November 20).

The suggested spend for a gift is no more than £20 and presents should be donated on or before 8 December.

The Salvation Army will deliver the presents as part of their annual ‘Give a gift and light up a life at Christmas’ appeal.

Bromley borough commander Chief Superintendent Chris Hafford said it was a really simple way to get into the Christmas spirit.

He said: "It will have a really positive impact on a child who may otherwise receive little or nothing this Christmas.

"We've already had gifts donated the community, police officers and staff from Bromley police. I think it's fair to say that Christmas has started!"

Residents can also email PY-ChristmasTreeProject@met.police.uk for more details.