KENT Police are growing increasingly concerned for the welfare of a 46-year-old man who has not been seen since Christmas Day.

Roy Bridger, of Lynsted Close, Ashford, was due to return to work on Friday, December 29.

Police say Mr Bridger has been described as a loner. He does not drive a car and is thought to use a mountain bike for transportation. He is 5ft 5in tall with short, dark brown hair and brown eyes.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact Ashford Police Station on 07870 252450.