THE family of a man who has been missing from home for more than a fortnight have released a new photograph of him.

Ian Richardson, 55, of Bertha Street, Ferryhill, County Durham, has not been seen since August 11, when he left his house after wishing his daughter a happy birthday.

He said he was going to Spennymoor JobCentre for an interview but never arrived and failed to return home.

His family believe that the new photograph is a better likeness and are hoping it will encourage people to come forward.

Anyone with information about Mr Richardson is asked to contact police on (01388) 814411.