THREE teenage girls who arrived in the UK claiming asylum have gone missing, and police are increasingly concerned for them.

The Chinese girls have not been seen for a week after they left accommodation in Elswick Lodge, Newcastle, on March 30.

Police believe that 16-year-olds Lin Xiu Ming and He Yun Jin, and Weng Mei Fang, 15, may have travelled to London, and are concerned for them because of their age. Anyone with information is asked to call 0191-214 6555 ext 62926.