The family of this man who went missing in St Leonards a week ago is appealing for the public's help to find him.

Piers Hopson, 35, has autism and Asperger syndrome.

He was last seen leaving his care home in Southwater Road, St Leonards, on Monday January 25, saying he would be back in a couple of hours.

He had £45 in cash.

Piers was wearing a mushroom- coloured anorak, dark trousers and brown shoes.

His sister, Abigail Gutteridge, said his conditions make it difficult for him to interact with people.

She said: "He probably would not ask for help, but expect someone to ask him. He has no proper friends that he might have gone to."

Anyone who sees Piers is asked to call Sussex Police on 0845 6070999.