Louis Tomlinson has begun writing new music.

One Direction are now on a prolonged break that is expected to last through to 2017, but the singer is keeping busy.

Tomlinson recently became a father to baby Freddie and it seems his new arrival is inspiring fresh music.

The singer said on Twitter on Sunday (February 21):

"Was great to start writing again yesterday!"

His bandmate Harry Styles meanwhile looks set to foray into solo territory during the break, with the Brit recruiting new management and PR.

Liam Payne has been working with the likes of Juicy J, while Niall Horan recently expressed a desire to collaborate with Shawn Mendes.

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