Take That's Gary Barlow: 'I have no plans for a new solo album'

Gary Barlow has dismissed plans to write and record a solo album while he takes a break from Take That.

The singer-songwriter insisted that he will only be writing material for other acts, including fellow Take That member Robbie Williams, after scooping the 'Classic Songwriter' gong at yesterday's Q Awards.

Barlow told the Daily Star: "I'm doing a couple of solo shows before Christmas but I'll not keep songs for myself, even though I write all the time.

"I'm touched to get this Q Award. 'Back For Good' would be my personal classic song from all those I've written."

The 40-year-old added that he has found his time as a judge on this year's X Factor a lot more challenging than he initially thought it would be.

He explained: "It's been ten times harder than I expected. We're all so involved."

Commenting on the weekend's "bullying" controversy on the show, Barlow maintained that he will not get involved.

"I will judge on what I see. I have no respect for what Louis [Walsh] has done musically. Westlife have done well but everything else… No," he said.

"I feel very protective of my acts. I don't know what to do with Frankie [Cocozza]. He's brilliant but I need something back. Get your f**king songs learned."

Barlow has announced plans to play two headline solo gigs in the UK at the beginning of December to help raise money for The Prince's Trust.

Watch the music video for Take That's 'The Flood' below: