Superstar boyband One Direction cancelled a concert in Belfast on Tuesday after member Liam Payne fell ill.

The 22-year-old Payne is not seriously unwell, according to a spokeswoman, but his illness forced the cancellation of the show at the SSE Arena in Northern Ireland.

"The show has been cancelled as Liam has taken ill, and whilst not serious, he is unable to perform," the spokeswoman said.

"Please hold on to your tickets. A further statement will be made in the morning.," she added. "The band apologise to the fans and wish Liam better."

The band was due to play three nights at the venue during their "On The Road Again" tour, which has taken them around the world and is set to conclude this month.

Fellow band member Louis Tomlinson write on Twitter: "We're so so sorry for what happened, it was out of our control Lots of love to Liam and thank you for being so understanding."

Harry Styles added: "Deepest apologies to everyone at the show tonight in Belfast. Very disappointed, but unfortunately these things happen. We're very sorry."