Busted singer checks into The Priory

Former Busted singer Matt Jay has checked into The Priory clinic to receive treatment for alcohol abuse, according to a report in The Mirror today.

Matt visited the celebrity clinic last week and is expected to stay for the next few weeks.

A source told the newspaper, "Matt's a young lad and we all know he likes a drink or two. But in this case he took things a bit too far. He was living the rock and roll lifestyle, going to endless parties where free champagne was thrust at him and he took advantage of it.

"But, as we all know, it's one thing living the dream but the reality is the dream can quickly turn into a nightmare. Things were getting out of control so he decided to check into The Priory to sober up and get himself sorted out. He'll be in there for a few weeks while he gets himself together."

Jay is still planning to launch a solo career following the break-up of Busted.

A friend revealed, "He plans to go down the same route as Robbie Williams and try to make it as a solo star in his own right despite his personal problems. Musically, we haven't heard the last of him."