Christmas is for many a time of happiness and seeing family and friends, but for some, it is a time of loneliness and sadness.

However, there are people who are there to listen and to talk to anyone who may need support this Christmas.

If you or someone you are concerned about needs help, we have provided a list of useful support contacts below.

Numbers:

Emergency services 999.

Police HQ 627656.

Emergency doctor 650000.

Crisis Response Home Treatment Team for mental health 642860.

Samaritans 663399.

Salvation Army 627742.

Cruse Bereavement 668192.

Graih 303481.

Victim Support 679950.

Relate 623902.

Motiv8 627656/414240.

Housing matters 675507.

GUM clinic 650710.

Family planning clinic 642186.

Foodbank 646999.

If we have missed any numbers, please add them below.