CONCERN is growing for the safety of two 13-year-old girls who went missing over a a week ago.

Tanya Ridgeway, from Gillingham, and her friend Charlotte Scott, haven’t been seen since leaving Charlotte’s foster home in Margate on Sunday, May 1, at around 9pm.

The girls didn't say where they were going and friends and family haven’t heard from them since they left.

It is believed both girls may have been returning to Medway, although they may still be in the Margate area where they have friends.

Officers have been looking for the girls since they were reported missing.

Tanya is white, slim, with shoulder-length, straight, black hair, a dark complexion and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing navy-blue tracksuit bottoms with the word Destiny across the rear, a pink hoodie and beige, suede boots. She might use the names of Harber or Devrell.

Charlotte is white, 5ft 5in, of medium build, with light-brown, shoulder-length hair, usually tied back, with blonde highlights. She has a slightly spotty complexion and brown eyes.

She was last seen wearing grey tracksuit bottoms, a blue polo shirt, a bright-pink, hooded top with a motif on the back, grey and red trainers, three gold necklaces and possibly gold rings.

Anyone who sees the girls or knows where to find them is asked to call Kent Police on 01843 231 055. Please quote: Charlotte 01-01704 or Tanya 02-0365.