UB40 play concert to support pub

Venues 'must be allowed to rock'

Birmingham band UB40 have played a concert for free to help a music venue raise money for sound proofing.

The Rainbow pub, in the Digbeth area of the city, was served a noise-abatement order after a neighbour made a complaint.

UB40 member Brian Travers offered the band's support to the pub owners who are trying to raise £30,000 for a sound-insulating roof.

Rainbow landlord Kent Davis said he was overwhelmed by the support.

Speaking before the gig, Mr Davis said he expected to raise £8,000 from ticket sales and more from bar sales and donations.

"It's an outstanding honour," he said.

"They are from the Digbeth area, they have been based there and they have been behind us 100% from day one."

The abatement order was served on the public house in July.

The concert began at 1900 GMT.

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UB40 band member Brian Travers said the Rainbow pub was vital for up-and-coming artists