Falconer: 'Sugababes let everyone down'

Jenni Falconer has reportedly criticised Sugababes for pulling out of their performance at the Scottish Royal Variety Show.

The band's fourth lineup cancelled their commitment to headline the event with two days to go last week. They later explained that new member Jade Ewen is not yet legally permitted to perform as a Sugababe.

Falconer, who hosted Thursday's charity show, has now accused the trio of being dishonest over their decision, according to the News of the World.

The Scottish presenter is quoted as saying: "It was unbelievable and hugely disappointing that they let so many people down at such short notice.

"I'm sure they could have made it happen if they wanted to. But as they've got a new lineup they probably wanted something bigger as their first live performance - like the MTV Awards. Either that or they needed longer to rehearse. But we didn't let it spoil the night."

Keisha Buchanan was axed from Sugababes last month following rumoured bust-ups with her bandmates Amelle Berrabah and Heidi Range.