A SUPERMARKET is to launch its annual Christmas decoration and toy collection for underprivileged and sick children on Monday.

Asda in Basildon's Eastgate Centre will collect both decorations and toys between now and Christmas to donate to the Basildon Women's Refuge, Basildon Hospital's Puffin children's ward and Little Havens Hospice.

An Asda spokeswoman said: "We are hoping our customers will donate as much as possible so we can give these items to people who will really appreciate them. It will be a real pleasure to be able to brighten up their Christmas."

Published Friday, November 18, 2005