A major search is underway for a missing man who was last seen on his way to a local shop.

Robert Scoular left his home address in Lochend, Edinburgh just before 10am on Wednesday but hasn't been seen since.

The 34-year-old has not returned home or been in contact with his family since, who have growing concerns for his welfare.

Robert is described as white, 5ft 4ins tall, of very slim build, with dark hair, stubble and patchy eyebrows.

He was last seen wearing a green/khaki waterproof Adidas hoodie, grey jogging bottoms with a khaki stripe and black trainers also with a khaki stripe. He may be wearing a black beanie hat.

Inspector Grant Mcculloch of Craigmillar Police Station said: "Robert is known to frequent the city centre and Meadowbank areas and we're asking for the public's help as we work to trace him.

"If Robert see's this appeal, I'd urge him to get in touch with either his family or police as soon as possible and let us know if he is alright."

Anyone with information on Robert's whereabouts can contact Police Scotland on 101.