Gary Barlow closes record label

British singer GARY BARLOW is closing his record label to focus on his family.

The Take That star set up Future Records in 2009, but the father-of-three has decided to step away from the company to spend more time with his loved ones.

He tells Britain's The Sun newspaper, "It's been a very difficult decision but it came down to time. I've had a lot going on recently and I want to spend more time with my family."

Artists signed to the label are set to be re-housed within parent company Universal.