The long-running BBC medical drama 'Doctors' has been axed after 24 years, marking the end of an era for Birmingham-filmed television. The final scenes were recorded today, sparking reactions from the show's screenwriter, Philip Ralph, who described the decision as a 'disaster' for the industry. In related news, 'Hollyoaks' is set to reduce its weekly episode count from five to three, leading to concerns over potential job losses of up to 135 positions.
Screenwriter Slams "Disastrous" Decision To Axe Long-Running BBC Medical Drama 'Doctors' https://t.co/X7Ey7TUuZp
A screenwriter has slammed what he called the "disastrous" decision to cut much-loved BBC series Doctors. https://t.co/H0YuKsGzc7
Screenwriter slams Doctors axing as filming ends https://t.co/MJB5fySpOQ
Beloved BBC show Doctors filmed for the final time today - 'Axing it is a disaster,' says screenwriter @PhilipRalph9 https://t.co/16lG2yTICS
Screenwriter Philip Ralph said the final scenes were recorded for Birmingham-filmed BBC drama Doctors today after it ran for 24 years https://t.co/16lG2yTICS
Hollyoaks cut from five episodes a week to three with up to 135 job losses feared https://t.co/vwLCXx8CwW
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