The duo were due to perform a string of arena dates in London, Cardiff, Manchester, Glasgow and Nottingham, but Snoop was refused entry because of his criminal record.

The rappers are said to be �disappointed and devastated� by the news, while organisers said the show was cancelled after "credible behind the scenes efforts were made to no avail to reverse the decision."

However the tour will resume with a date in Dublin on March 31.

Speaking to mtv, Snoop expressed his frustration over the UK authorities� decision.

He said: "They knew I was coming six, seven weeks ago, so they could have denied me access then.

He added: "I cannot control my past - me being an ex-gang member, ex-drug dealer - but I know how to do what's right, how to turn my life around."