Police in Edinburgh are appealing for the public’s help to trace a 94-year-old woman reported missing in the Morningside area.

Isobel Miller was last seen at Chalmers Church in Morningside Road around noon today (Sunday 31st December).

Isobel, who has dementia, has not returned home since and there is increasing concern for her welfare.

She is described as white, 4ft 10ins tall, with short white hair, and wears glasses.

She was last seen wearing a turquoise jacket, dark trousers and carrying a maroon/red-coloured handbag,

Sergeant Liz McClellan of Howdenhall Police Station said: “We’re growing increasingly concerned for Isobel’s welfare and are asking for the public’s help as part of our ongoing efforts to trace her.

“If you may have seen Isobel since this time, or have any information which could help, please get in touch with us as soon as possible.

“The city is expected to be incredibly busy with people enjoying the Hogmanay Celebrations and I would urge anyone who may see a woman matching Isobel’s description to call us or speak to an officer.”

Those with information can contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2183 of 31st December.