Westlife Announces Split After 14 Years Together

The band, who have been together for 14 years, have today revealed that they will be parting ways when they finish their May 2012 tour dates.

In a statement the band said: ''The decision is entirely amicable. After spending all of our adult life together so far, we want to have a well-earned break and look at new ventures. We'd like to thank our fans who have been with us on this amazing journey."

Westlife will play a total of nine dates across the UK, kicking off Newcastle Metro Radio Arena on May 14 and finishing up on May 27 at Glasgow SECC.