A man has been charged over armed robberies at two bookmakers in West Lothian.

The first incident is said to have happened at William Hill on Uphall Road in Pumpherston on March 27.

The second allegedly took place at a Ladbrokes in Carmondean, Livingston, on April 11.

A 34-year-old man is expected to appear at Livingston Sheriff Court on Thursday.

Sergeant Ally Urquhart said: "Both these robberies were frightening ordeals for the staff members of the premises involved and I would like to thank them for their assistance whilst our inquiries were ongoing.

"I'd also like to thank those members of the public who provided information following our public appeals; their assistance has greatly helped our investigation."