Cambridgeshire police swapped their uniforms for festive knitwear and helped raise almost £300 on Friday for Save the Children.

Wisbech Standard: Cambridgeshire Constabulary celebrated national Christmas Jumper Day.Cambridgeshire Constabulary celebrated national Christmas Jumper Day. (Image: Archant)

Officers and back room staff join the annual Christmas Jumper Day which raises money for Save the Children.

Wisbech Standard: Cambridgeshire Constabulary celebrated national Christmas Jumper Day.Cambridgeshire Constabulary celebrated national Christmas Jumper Day. (Image: Archant)

A post on the force’s Facebook page said: “Protecting children from harm, keeping them safe and investigating child abuse crimes is and always will be a priority for us.

Wisbech Standard: Police and Crime Commissioner team wearing Christmas jumpers to raise money for Save the Children charity.Police and Crime Commissioner team wearing Christmas jumpers to raise money for Save the Children charity. (Image: Archant)

“Christmas Jumper Day is about recognising and celebrating the excellent work we do as a force to safeguard the children in our community while also raising money for a good cause.”