A charity for the homeless has thanked the public for donations towards its annual Christmas meal.

Graih, which provides support to people struggling to find permanent accommodation, hosted its festive dinner at Broadway Church in Douglas.

The meal had once again been donated, cooked and served by company Robinson’s Fresh Foods.

Erica Irwin, drop-in facilitator at Graih, said: ’All the gifts donated by individuals and companies went down really well. Every person was given a gift or two which, for a good number of people there will be their only gift this Christmas.

’Thank you for your continued support and generosity.

’Last, but not least, for all those who helped prepare, serve, set up and tidy away - thank you. What a blessing you are.’

For more information about the charity and how you might be able to help it, search: www.facebook.com/GraihHomelessCharity/ or www.graih.org.im