Pierce Brosnan says next James Bond should be British

'It takes great courage for them to let go, they will still have a say in matters, I hope that (Amazon) handles the work and the character with dignity and imagination and respect'

Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan (Suzan Moore/PA)

Former James Bond actor Pierce Brosnan has said it is a “given” that Daniel Craig’s successor should be British.

It comes following concerns that the franchise will not be British anymore in the wake of Amazon MGM Studios taking creative control over the 007 character.