Franklin Graham previously accused LGBT activists of trying to “cram down America’s throat the lie that homosexuality is OK”

An American pastor who describes homosexuality as a sin has had his show axed from Scotland’s biggest concert venue after a backlash by community leaders.

Franklin Graham, 67, was due to begin his eight-day UK tour at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow in May but the venue has bowed to pressure to cancel the date. His show at ACC Liverpool has also been cancelled.

An SSE Hydro spokeswoman said: “As a business we remain impartial to the individual beliefs of both our clients and visitors. However, following a request from our principal shareholder the matter has been considered and a decision made that we should not host this event.”

Mr Graham’s views include “disappointment” at a decision to allow gay adults to be Scout