STAFF and councillors at East Hampshire District Council have bought more than 200 Christmas presents for vulnerable children in the district.
They have been wrapped and delivered to children nominated by schools and charities.
District councillor Julie Butler said: “We know there are children in the district having a tough time and if we can bring them a little cheer by giving them a present we are more than happy to do so.
“I am so proud that council staff and councillors really got behind this scheme and bought more than 200 gifts.
“It’s wonderful to feel that you can bring a little happiness to so many children over Christmas.”
The scheme was arranged by Jen Hammersley of the Alton Buckle Local Children’s Partnership, which works with schools and charities.
She said: “Thank you so much to everyone at the council for your kindness and generosity over the Christmas holiday.
“The presents will mean so much to those children who otherwise would not have received any.
“They will bring smiles and happiness and give the children the feeling they haven’t been forgotten.”