STAFF at a Darlington travel agent's are launching an appeal for Christmas gifts and toys to fill Santa's suitcases.

Travelcare at Morrisons stores in North Road and Neasham Road, is collecting the gifts for TFM radio's Give a Child a Christmas appeal.

As well as asking members of the public to support the appeal, the firm hopes other businesses will also help.

Gifts should be unwrapped, so staff can check their suitability and age range before they are distributed.

Tracy Charlton, branch manager at North Road, said: "We're asking customers and members of the local community to help us spread a bit of cheer this Christmas. The gifts or toys they donate will go to a deserving local child."