The public have been asked to come forward with any information they may have pertaining to the whereabouts of two Dublin teenagers.

Nicole O'Reilly and Jason Akandu have been missing from Balbriggan, in north county Dublin since yesterday.

According to reports, Nicole was last seen at approximately 8.30am at Westbrook Drive in Balbriggan while Jason was last seen at 8.50am, also in the Balbriggan area.

Nicole, who has been described as 5ft 7 inches in height with long brown hair, was wearing the Loreto school uniform, which is a green jumper with green and navy check skirt.

Jason, who has been described as 5ft 8 inches in height with black hair, was wearing the Ardgillen school uniform, which is a blue v-neck jumper, white shirt and black trousers.

It is believed that the two teenagers are together.

Gardai have appealed to the public, saying: "Gardaí and the parents of Nicole and Jason are concerned for the children and ask if anyone can assist in locating them to contact Balbriggan Garda Station on 01 8020510, The Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station."