The last original member of all-girl group the Sugababes says she has been pushed out of the band.
In messages posted on Twitter, Keisha Buchanan says she is looking forward to the future but "it was not my choice to leave".
She added that there had not been any arguments, just a breakdown in communication.
"I'm sad to say that I am no longer a part of the Sugababes," she said.
"I've had a great time and have achieved more then I ever thought I would.
"Although it was not my choice to leave, it's time to enter a new chapter in my life.
"I have nothing but positive things to say about the girls and I wish them the best of luck.
"I would like to state that there were no arguments, bullying or anything of the sort that led to this.
"Sometimes a breakdown in communication and lack of trust can result in many different things.
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