CONCERNS are growing for a man who has been missing since Thursday night.

Anthony Nolan, 58, was last seen at around 11.15pm on May 6 in the Netherfield Gardens area of Nelson.

According to police, Mr Nolan is white, of large build with dark hair and may appear unsteady on his feet, while he was last seen wearing red and blue check pyjama bottoms, black shoes and a black coat.

A spokesperson said: "Police are very concerned for his welfare and urging anyone who has seen him, or a man matching his description, to come forward."

If anyone has any information, they are encouraged to call police on 101.