Idris Elba ‘part of the conversation’ to be next Bond

Idris Elba ‘part of the conversation’ to be next Bond (Ian West/PA)

The producers of James Bond have said Idris Elba is “part of the conversation” to fill the 007 role.

Barbara Broccoli, with her brother Michael G Wilson, have produced the last nine Bond films including Casino Royale, Quantum Of Solace, Skyfall and Spectre.