Inspector Morse star has cancer

TV favourite John Thaw is undergoing treatment for cancer, he revealed today.

The 59-year-old actor, known to a generation as Inspector Morse, is suffering from cancer of the oesophagus.

Thaw, one of the best loved stars on TV, said he plans to get back to filming as soon as he can.

In a statement he said: "I am receiving treatment for cancer of the oesophagus. As soon as this has been completed, I intend to return to work."