Glasgow rockers Simple Minds have announced they are to play four special arena shows this November.

The group, fronted by singer Jim Kerr, will play a date at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow on Saturday, November 28. The band will be supported by The Stranglers on the tour which will also include dates in London's o2 on November 26, Leeds First Direct Arena on November 27 and Dublin's 3Arena on November 29.

Jim said on the band's official website: "Stranglers always were one of our favourite live acts. We know our audience will appreciate seeing both bands together during this arena tour." The group are currently touring the UK to support their recently released 16th album Big Music. Tickets for the show go on sale on Friday, April 24 at 10am and for more information visit www.simpleminds.com.