Marshall to return to work this week

Kris Marshall is expected to return to work on Thursday after being hit by a car at the weekend.

The 35-year-old was hospitalised with head injuries on Saturday after being knocked down on a night out with friends in Bristol.

He was treated in intensive care at the city's Royal Infirmary, but is reported to have made good progress.

Ella Smith, his co-star in upcoming West End play Fat Pig, told BBC Breakfast: "I'm sure he'll be back in rehearsals on Thursday."

Peep Show comic Robert Webb, who also appears in the production, added: "Last we heard he's doing very well - apparently he has the day off tomorrow and then he'll be back."

Smith added: "We think it's a just a big ploy because he hasn't learned his lines... but no, he's fine and we really look forward to having him back."