Police have appealed for information to help find a missing woman from Bolton. 

Officers from Bolton Central said that Rachel Hands, also known as Rachel Geehan, has not been seen for a number of weeks.

The 45-year-old woman has been reported missing from the Halliwell area.

Officers shared the woman's picture on social media.

Police said on the Bolton Central Facebook page: "Rachel HANDS (also known as Rachel GEEHAN) 45 years old, has recently been reported missing from the Halliwell area of Bolton, following her having not been seen for a number of weeks.

 "Any information to her current whereabouts is sought."

Anyone with information should call 101.