The Evening Express refused to carry pictures of boyband Westlife after its photographers were asked to sign a legal document restricting use of the photos.

The paper says that the band's management wanted a ban on the Aberdeen paper running the pictures on its website.

They also said it should use the photos once only in the paper and never pass them on to fans.

Media photographers were asked to sign by band bosses Outside Management.

But the Evening Express revealed that photographers refused to be bullied into signing the restrictive document and so we were not allowed in.

Editor Damian Bates said: "It's appalling that the management of bands like Westlife deny their fans the chance to enjoy photos in the Evening Express of what was a great night.

"It's an absolute disgrace to try to bully us into signing legal documents that ban us from using our own photos when and where we want."

On the plus side, the paper said those lucky enough to get tickets enjoyed a "real treat" during the 75-minute show.