Nigel Havers to guest on 'Who' spinoff

Nigel Havers has been confirmed for a guest role on the new series of The Sarah Jane Adventures.

The veteran actor is expected to appear in two episodes of series three, playing a character who "looks set to change things for Sarah Jane Smith forever".

Brian Miller, actor husband of Elisabeth Sladen, will also guest in the new run. Producer Nikki Wilson told Doctor Who Magazine: "He was simply ideal casting for this pivotal role, which sees him in conflict with Sarah Jane and the gang. Although there's a lot more going on with Brian's character than might first appear."

News of the guest castings follows recent confirmation that David Tennant will appear as the Doctor in a two-episode story.