A shopping centre was evacuated amid reports that a Dorothy Perkins store was burning.

The alert was raised at the Rivergate Shopping Centre in Irvine, North Ayrshire, just after midday on Thursday.

Shoppers were ushered out of the complex while fire crews investigated.

Despite reports of a fire, it was found to be a false alarm.

A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: "On arrival, firefighters conducted a thorough check of the building and established that there was no sign of fire or smoke.

"Crews left the scene after ensuring the area was safe."