Police today appealed for a woman to come forward after she failed to make contact with her family in Bradford over Christmas.

Detectives also want to speak to anyone who has seen or has information about Claire Louise Sutcliffe, who has not been seen by her family for the past six months.

The 33-year-old, who is described as white with a dyed reddish-pink streak in her hair, has strong links to Bradford and to the Hyde Park Terrace area of Leeds, but also to London and Leicester.

Detective Inspector Kevin Taylor, of Bradford District CID, said: "While it is not unusual for Claire to be out of contact for long periods of time, concerns were raised when she did not make contact with her family at Christmas, which is unusual, and both the police and Claire's family would like to hear from her to make sure she is okay."

Anyone with information about her whereabouts should contact Bradford District CID on 101.