POLICE have appealed for information on the whereabouts of a man who has been missing since he came to Bolton to stay with friends.

David Ruff, who has learning difficulties, was last seen on February 15 when he left his home in Worksop, Nottinghamshire.

He told his family and friends he was going to stay in Bolton with some friends he had met on holiday last year. The 30-year-old had not been seen since and they are anxious to hear from him.

Mr Ruff is described as white, 5ft 9ins, stocky build, blue eyes, pale complexion, with short brown hair. He was wearing blue jeans, a black anorak and was carrying a black rucksack.

A spokesman for Nottinghamshire police said: "We would urge David to call his family or the police to let them know he is safe and well." Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to call Bolton police on 0161 872 5050.