Emmerdale actors John Middleton and Charlotte Bellamy have extended their thanks to the writers of this year's 'Best Single Episode' involving baby Daniel's death.

Speaking to DS at the British Soap Awards, the pair, who play Ashley and Laurel Thomas in the Yorkshire-based soap, described the script writing as "extraordinary", while praising the cast and crew for their sensitivity to the subject of cot death.

Click 'play' below to watch the full interview: