Piers Wenger
BBC drama boss: 'Bringing back Russell T Davies to Doctor Who an easy decision'
BBC drama head Piers Wenger says that reappointing Russell T Davies as Doctor Who showrunner was a no-brainer.
Oct 13, 19:46
Line of Duty, Bodyguard futures still uncertain
BBC drama head Piers Wenger says that Jed Mercurio is still "thinking" about whether to write new series of Line of Duty and Bodyguard.
Oct 13, 14:00
EastEnders to return to 30-minute episodes
The BBC's head of drama Piers Wenger says that EastEnders will return to full 30-minute episodes in the near future.
Oct 13, 13:32
Russell T Davies returns as Doctor Who showrunner
Russell T Davies will take back over as showrunner of Doctor Who in 2022, it is confirmed.
Sep 24, 15:19
Quiz creator James Graham to pen Nottinghamshire-set crime drama
The BBC announces details of Sherwood, a new six-part crime drama from Quiz scribe James Graham.
Feb 3, 05:54
Our Girl axed after Michelle Keegan's departure
The creator of BBC military drama Our Girl confirms that the show will not return for a fifth series.
Aug 11, 14:31
BBC confirms EastEnders break, announces new show
The BBC confirms that EastEnders will air its final pre-recorded episode on June 16, with a new show called Secrets From The Square launching in its place the week after.
Jun 4, 10:19
BBC drama chief: 'EastEnders won't dwell on coronavirus'
The BBC's head of drama suggests that EastEnders "may not dwell" on the issue of coronavirus when filming resumes.
Jun 2, 20:56
BBC keen to make new drama about Dominic Cummings
The BBC's head of drama reveals that he is keen to commission a drama based on the lockdown row involving Dominic Cummings.
Jun 2, 18:00
