Bassey auctions heels for vulnerable kids

Dame Shirley Bassey has apparently donated a pair of diamante-encrusted designer heels to raise cash for vulnerable children.

The Welsh singer's size six Yves Saint Laurent shoes were among items gifted to Barnardos in the run-up to Christmas. The auction ends next Friday and bids can be made via silentauction@barnardos.org.uk.

The charity's Yvonne Rodgers told WalesOnline that the sale offered an opportunity to own footwear once-owned by "one of the biggest singing sensations" ever, while also supporting disadvantaged children across the UK.

Joan Collins also donated items to the charity, as did Bonnie Tyler, Julian Clary, Alesha Dixon, Rachel Stevens, La Roux, Laura Bailey, Lisa Stansfield, Carol Decker and Heather Small.