The family of a Glasgow woman who disappeared last week is becoming "increasingly concerned" for her safety.

Elizabeth Cairns, who is a student at Glasgow Kelvin College, was last seen by staff at the college campus in Springburn at around 11.55am on Thursday.

Police are now appealing for anyone who has seen the 48-year-old, who lives in Bath Street, to come forward.

She is described as white, 5ft 4in, of slim build, with shoulder length black hair, brown eyes and a pierced upper lip.

When last seen she was wearing a black leather jacket with a fur hood, light coloured top, shiny silver trousers, black calf length boots and was carrying a large black square bag.

Sergeant Michael Fletcher said: "It is unusual for Elizabeth to be missing for this length of time and as such her family and friends are becoming increasingly concerned.

"I urge anyone who has seen Elizabeth since lunchtime on Thursday, December 15, or anyone who knows of her present whereabouts to contact police immediately.

"I'd also like to appeal to Elizabeth herself to contact either her family or police to let us know that she is safe."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Glasgow City Centre Police Office via 101.