Morrissey has hits out at leisurewear company for apparently using image of him to advertise their product

Former Smiths frontman Morrissey has hit out at a leisurewear company for apparently using an image of him to advertise their product.

The outspoken singer, known for hits such as Bigmouth Strikes Again, has long fought against what he says is the unauthorised use of his image and music.

The Manchester-raised vegan said he had instructed lawyers to warn American skating brand Supreme not to use a picture of his face because of his concerns over their links to the burger industry.

The animal rights activist, whose 1985 song Meat Is Murder regularly forms part of his solo set, released statements on his True To You fan site.

He said:

Morrissey has been known to ban fast food outlets from cooking meat during festivals at which he is performing, having stormed off stage at Coachella in 2009. He said at the time: