Doherty axes UK tour

Troubled rocker Pete Doherty has axed the remaining dates of his current UK tour after failing to fully regain his strength in rehab.

Doherty's band Babyshambles made the announcement last night after it transpired that the singer needed more time to recover from beating his drug addictions.

A spokesman from record label EMI says: "It has become clear that Peter embarked on this arduous and high-profile tour too soon after his discharge.

"Babyshambles made the decision to postpone the remaining five dates of their current UK tour.

"Peter asks that he be given time and space to continue with his excellent effort to recovery.

"The band apologises to fans but hope they will understand."