Singer-songwriter Hozier has been confirmed as the headline act for ABLE2UK, a disability awareness concert set to take place in Glasgow in the New Year.

Hozier will be joined by Irish rockers Kodaline plus other special guests yet to be announced for the concert at the 02 Academy on January 7.

There will also be a selection of filmed messages from some of music and entertainment’s biggest stars for the event, which will see the venue increase capacity and facilities for disabled music fans.

Disabled customers will be prioritised from the very start of the process with enhanced accessible ticketing support and a range of other enhancements including step free access and increased accessible services provision.

Founder and editor of ABLE2UK, Howard Thorpe said: “This will be an incredible gig with some outstanding acts.  At concerts, disabled people can sometimes feel segregated from the crowd. At this event, that won’t be the case. This is an inclusive show but there will be an emphasis on increased wheelchair capacity and disabled facilities.”

He added: “I am so proud of the team working behind this event and I hope this will be the first of many ABLE2UK concerts in Scotland. I want to send a message to everyone; disabled or non-disabled: If you put your mind to something you are ‘able2’ do anything.”

All tickets are £27.50 (subject to booking fee) and ticket registration opens tomorrow at 10am, with a variety of ticket types available.