Family of Shane MacGowan asks for privacy as fans hope to secure Christmas No 1

Family of Shane MacGowan asks for privacy as fans hope to secure Christmas No 1

A candle burns next to a photograph of The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan at the Mansion House, in Dublin, after a book of condolence was open by the Lord Mayor of Dublin. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire

The family of Shane MacGowan have asked for privacy as they grieve their loss.

The Pogue's frontman passed away on Thursday with his wife and family by his side.

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