Ronald McLachlan (50), from Blackburn, was originally jailed in June 2008 for affray. It is believed he may still be in the Blackburn area.

McLachlan is described as 5ft. 8in. tall, of heavy build with tattooed dots below his left eye. He has extensive tattoos on both arms and his knuckles.

David John Shorrock, from Nelson, was jailed for assault in February 2008 and now, as well as the recall, he is also wanted for questioning about a separate allegation of assault.

It is thought Shorrock could be in Accrington, Blackburn or Burnley and is described as 5ft. 9in. tall with blue eyes. He has a small scar above his right eyebrow.

Both men have failed to comply with conditions that formed part of their early release and were recalled to prison in May and April respectively to serve the remainder of their sentences but still remain at large.

Insp. John Clucas said: "As always, I'd like to reassure the public that as a force we have a high success rate of returning people to prison and use all methods to catch these people who are wanted. I would also ask the public to be vigilant and report any sightings to the police. We want these people bringing to justice and any details the public may have could be crucial."

Information can be passed to local police or by at www.lancashire.police.uk, or it can be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111