Officers became concerned for the welfare of 13-year-old Emily Durkin, and her friend 12-year-old Danielle Harman-Murphy after they were reported missing early on Monday evening. The friends are believed to have travelled on a train together from Paddock Wood railway station to London.

       Emily is described as around five feet, two inches tall, with light brown hair in a ponytail and brown eyes.

       She's believed to have been wearing her school uniform and a black coat with a fur-lined hood.

       She’s was also carrying a Michael Kors bag when last seen.

       While, Danielle is described as around five feet, five inches tall and medium build with shoulder-length blonde hair and blue eyes.

       Like Emily, she was also wearing her school uniform when she disappeared.

       Danielle is also believed to be wearing lilac Nike trainers and a black shoulder bag.

       Officers are appealing for information to help find the girls.

       Anyone who has seen them or knows of their whereabouts should call Kent Police on 101, quoting reference 13-0977.