BBC drama boss Ben Stephenson has defended nude scenes in hit series Sherlock, telling journalists that broadcasting before the watershed “doesn’t mean you have to be dull”.

Graham Norton's chat show is to move to BBC1 as part of plans to raise the entertainer's profile as a face of the BBC.

Russell Brand has scooped an award for best UK performer in a non-acting role.

Fans of Doctor Who are celebrating today as the BBC has commissioned a second series of its Dr Who revival.