Matt Lucas splits from partner

Matt Lucas has split from his long-term partner Kevin McGee.

The Little Britain star married McGee at a civil partnership ceremony in December 2006.

A statement from the pair's legal representatives said: "It is with sadness that Matt and Kevin announce that their relationship has come to an end. Their separation is amicable.

"They ask the press to respect their privacy at this time and to exercise restraint in any reporting of this matter."