Morrissey has announced a new UK tour set for October that will include two rescheduled shows that he forced to cancel due to illness.

As previously reported, Morrissey postponed concerts in London and Birmingham last week after falling ill.

The new tour will include six shows in total with Swindon, Bournemouth, Leeds and Sheffield also receiving a visit from the former Smiths man.

Tickets for the original shows in London and Birmingham are still valid.

The dates are:

• Birmingham, Symphony Hall – October 23
• Swindon, Oasis – 24
• Bournemouth, Opera House – 26
• London, Royal Albert Hall – 27
• Leeds, O2 Academy – 29
• Sheffield, City Hall - 30

(by Daniel Melia)