POLICE are appealing for a man who has not been seen since August 1 to get in touch.

Concern is growing about the whereabouts of 41-year-old Thomas Brett Wilkinson, who is generally known as Brett, from Evenwood, County Durham.

He was last seen in his home village, and has access to his silver Ford Fiesta, registered F787 DUG, and lives on his own.

PC Warren Hawes, of Bishop Auckland police, said: "We are obviously concerned for his welfare."

Mr Wilkinson is 5ft 4ins tall, of slim build, with blue eyes and has short, brown hair, which is starting to go grey.

Police do not know what clothing he may be wearing.

Mr Wilkinson, or anybody who has information about his whereabouts is urged to contact Bishop Auckland police on (01388) 603566.