A CANCER charity is appealing for gifts of unwanted Christmas presents to help raise money for more specialist nursing treatment.

Marie Curie Cancer Care would particularly welcome gifts of clothing, accessories, books, CDs, children's wear, pictures, crockery and glassware. Sylvia Wright, area manager for Marie Curie shops, said: "For each hour of nursing care that Marie Curie provides, £7.50 has to be raised so all donations are very welcome."

IF you want to donate or help out, call into the Marie Curie shop in Cotham Street.