Police have put out a warning and support materials after the airing of a documentary about Jimmy Savile. 

TV programme The Reckoning aired on TV screens earlier this week, with actor Steve Coogan playing Jimmy Savile.

The show traces the life of Savile from a working-class background to one of the biggest stars in television and will also focus on his years of sexual abuse and the impact he had on his victims.

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Saville died in October 2011 aged 84 having never been brought to justice for his crimes.

The first episode aired on Monday, October 9 and caused much reaction to be shared online, with many saying they were made uncomfortable by what was shown.

In light of the first episode of The Reckoning, North Yorkshire Police has put out a warning and support for victims and survivors of child sexual abuse.

The police force has signposted people who have been impacted by issues raised in the documentary to get the help they need. 

In a statement put online, North Yorkshire Police said: "You may have watched The Reckoning this week, described as a 'factual drama' about the crimes of Jimmy Savile.

"If you were affected by the issues raised in the programme, support is available.

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"For example, the Child Sexual Abuse Review Panel offers support to victims and survivors in England and Wales. If you reported allegations of child sexual offences which were marked 'no further action' before 5 June 2013, and feel the decision to take no further action in your case was unjust, you can request the decision is reconsidered.

"To find out more visit the CPS website and search for ‘CSARP’ at the top of the page.

"You'll also find lots of sources of help and information on our website - just search for 'North Yorkshire Police'."