It’s the third year running that staff from Turner Services, which is Elderpark Housing’s repairs contractor, have done their bit to support Glasgow’s Spirit of Christmas appeal.

Now in its seventh year, the Spirit of Christmas drive supports children affected by hardship or living in poverty and helps communities across Glasgow and surrounding areas.

Organisations backing the charity drive get to choose where their gifts go and this year Turners picked the work done by Glasgow’s hard-working social work teams in Govan.

They are able, through, their vital work to identify youngsters affected by poverty or who are less fortunate than others and in need of a Christmas present.

Glasgow’s Spirit of Christmas said: “Imagine waking up as a child on Christmas Day to no toys, gifts or a hot meal. Every child deserves gifts on Christmas Day no matter what their circumstances are.

“Now imagine that your generosity has turned that sad face into a bright happy excited child on Christmas morning. Giving is the true spirit of Christmas.”

The drive to gather in gifts by Glasgow’s Spirit of Christmas has really taken off on social media with many people pledging their support.

Turners staff collected 45 gifts and stored them at the firm’s offices in Craigton Road, Govan before they were handed over.

The process worked by staff choosing a gift tag in a draw which identified what age they should buy a present for and whether it is a boy or girl. No limit was set on how much could be spent.

Pauline Friel, Turners’ business support administrator, said: “We are delighted to be supporting such a worthwhile Christmas cause and typically, our staff have responded with enthusiasm and generosity. Glasgow’s Spirit of Christmas embodies the decency and kindness that defines our city – especially vital at this time of year.

“It is particularly important that in a difficult year for so many people due to the health emergency that the spirit of Christmas is felt everywhere and especially here in Govan.”