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Jason Merrells to return to original Waterloo Road role for ‘explosive’ stint

New episodes will see his character return to the show as a counsellor, living in Manchester and no longer working in education.

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Jason Manford says daughters made him change ‘weird’ Waterloo Road storyline

When the Salford-born comedian told his daughters the story, he said they told him he would be a ‘weirdo’ to take it.

Evening Standard

Mr Bates Vs The Post Office among shows shortlisted for TV Choice Awards

The TV drama has been nominated in the best new drama category, but it will face tough competition from Baby Reindeer, Fool Me Once and Nightsleeper.

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EastEnders legend Lindsey Coulson revealed as new Waterloo Road head

Dame Stella Drake wants to ditch Waterloo Road's reputation as 'the murder school'

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Soap star Lindsey Coulson joins Waterloo Road as new headteacher

Her character Dame Stella Drake takes over from headteacher, Steve Savage, played by comedian Jason Manford,

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Jason Manford reveals he accidentally took sleeping pill before Hexham comedy gig

The comedian described it as one of the most ‘laid back’ gigs he had ever performed

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Jason Manford on joining Waterloo Road: 'It's like being England manager!'

Comedian Jason Manford spills the tea on playing Waterloo Road's new 'super' head teacher, Steve Savage.

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How to watch Waterloo Road season 14 online or on TV

Here's how you can watch Waterloo Road season 14 online, ready for when it starts on Tuesday, September 10.

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Waterloo Road season 14: release date, cast, plot and everything we know

Waterloo Road season 14 welcomes a new - but familiar - face as the popular school drama returns to BBC1.

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BBC confirms Waterloo Road return date — and it's really soon!

Waterloo Road is set to return for another term of drama.

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The Answer Run: release date, host, how it works and everything we know

The Answer Run is quickfire quiz show hosted by comedian Jason Manford

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Something Rotten! is a riotous Shakespeare musical ripe for the West End

With catchy tunes and endless zingers, this hit comedy is finally on a London stage but only for two nights. When will it get a full run? That is the question …

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Sir Elton John leads celebrities backing Labour on election day

The legendary rock star led a long line of celebrities backing Labour.

Evening Standard

Jason Manford wins support after sharing relatable parenting dilemma

The dad-of-six said he had been left ‘lying awake’ pondering ‘could I have done that differently?’

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The best theatre to stream this month: Jekyll & Hyde, Daniel Kitson’s Tree and more

Forbes Masson stars in Gary McNair’s version of the gothic novella, Tim Key joins Kitson in an Old Vic two-hander and Jason Manford celebrates all musicals great and small

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Waterloo Road nets huge comedy star for major role

Waterloo Road is about to get a brand new headmaster for the first time in the revived show, and the BBC has signed up a huge star to play them!

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TV tonight: catch the biggest West End shows of the year from your sofa

Operation Mincemeat and Hadestown are just two huge shows you can preview in Jason Mansfield’s extravaganza. Plus: more family fun with Gladiators. Here’s what to watch this evening

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‘Look at the bloody tip!’: Jason Manford blasts messy theatre audiences

The comedian posted a video of the ‘shocking’ amount of litter left behind after his performance in a panto, saying, ‘You wouldn’t treat your own home like that, would you?’

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The Independent UK

Lenny Rush, 14, hailed a ‘star’ by BBC viewers as he becomes first child to host Children in Need

In May, Lenny won the TV Bafta for best male comedy performance for his role as Ollie in the BBC series ‘Am I Being Unreasonable?’

The Independent UK

David Tennant returns to TV screens in Doctor Who special for Children In Need

At the end of the BBC live appeal show it was announced more than £33 million had been raised so far.

The Independent UK

Jason Manford left flummoxed by ‘random’ Wizard of Oz question about ‘gay lion’ on GMB

Comedian couldn’t hide his confusion

The Independent UK

Mark Watson forced to clarify ‘disappointing crowd’ joke at Edinburgh Fringe

’Not everyone got the joke so I should make it clear,’ established comic later clafiried

The Independent UK

‘Not everyone got the joke’: Mark Watson mocks Edinburgh Fringe photo debate

’Not everyone got the joke so I should make it clear,’ established comic later clafiried

Evening Standard

Georgie Grier plays to packed Edinburgh crowd 24 hours after tearful tweet

The actress was left in tears after her one-woman play, Sunsets, was watched by only one spectator on Thursday

The Independent UK

Sole audience member at Georgie Grier’s Fringe show says actor ‘smashed it’

After an upset post from Georgie Grier about only one person attending her Edinburgh Fringe Festival show went viral, comedians offered her support.

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