A RADIO campaign is urging victims of domestic abuse in Lancashire to seek help this Christmas.

The shocking advert depicts a young child speaking about how he likes to give his mother flowers at Christmas but that the only way he can do this is to put them on her grave.

The advert will be played across the county to highlight the potentially deadly nature of domestic abuse. The National Domestic Violence helpline is given, but victims are also told to dial 999 in an emergency.

Detective Superintendent Ian Critchley, Lancashire Police’s head of public protection, said: “At this time of year, we traditionally see a rise in domestic violence, as families spend prolonged periods of time together and alcohol flows more freely.

“We want victims to know that help is available – we will do everything we can to protect you and your family so that you are able to move away from a situation where there is the threat of violence. We will also work towards bringing offenders to justice.”

The advert is supported by the Lancashire Domestic Violence Partnership and funded by Safer Lancashire.

Helen Cooper, member of the Lancashire Domestic Violence Partnership, said: “Our message to victims is that they don’t need to suffer domestic violence in silence - across Lancashire, all agencies work together to provide support for victims of domestic violence.”

If you are suffering from domestic violence or abuse, or know someone who is, you can contact the National Domestic Violence Helpline on 0808 2000 247. Always dial 999 in an emergency.