Marks & Spencer launch same-sex Colin the Caterpillar couple for Valentine's Day

Marks & Spencer have launched a limited edition sweet treat from the much-loved Colin the Caterpillar range, in time for Valentine's Day.

The company has announced a 'Love is in the Air' pairing, which includes the first ever same-sex couple.

Customers can now buy a pair of half-sized cakes, depicting a same-gender pairing, with the option of either Connie and Connie or Colin and Colin available.

You can also get a half-size Colin and Connie in the same pack.

The limited edition twist on the Colin the Caterpillar cake has launched just in time for February 14 and the pairings cost £10 each for the two cakes.

M&S announced the new item on their Food PR Instagram, saying: "Love is well and truly in the air this month as everyone’s favourite caterpillar cake, Colin the Caterpillar, is now available in his first-ever same-gender pairing!

"For the first time ever at M&S you can pick your favourite pair with our half size Colin and Colin, Connie and Connie, or Colin and Connie.

"Made with chocolatey Swiss rolls decorated with milk chocolate, hearts and sprinkles.

"And yes, that means BOTH of you get the face (i.e. the best bit) so no arguments!"