LifeLine’s Gift of Christmas campaign will send food vouchers to travel staff in need allowing them to enjoy a special dinner with their loved ones.

The charity is calling on industry peers to spread the word and tell friends and colleagues about the support it can provide.

Current or former travel industry professionals can nominate themselves or someone else who is experiencing financial difficulty this year by completing a Gift of Christmas application form. 

Applicants need to upload supporting documents, photo ID and proof of having worked for an Abta member company.

LifeLine is also urging travel stuff to consider making donations to help industry colleagues through its Christmas appeal. 

Director Trudie Clements said: “Christmas can be a time of real hardship and we are delighted that we will bring some relief to 30 families from all over the country. 

“If you think a special dinner will help alleviate your current circumstances – or know someone for whom it will – please send us an application form.

“This is also a time for giving, so for those who can, please consider donating the cost of your favourite gingerbread latte, your Christmas cards or even your office Secret Santa to Abta LifeLine. 

“I’m sure those who would have received it would be happy to know this donation has gone to a really good cause.”

To donate, visit LifeLine’s Gift of Christmas fundraising page and to find out more about applying for one of the Christmas dinners, visit the charity’s website, abtalifeline.org.uk