Channel 4 has ordered four-part series Hobby Man, in which Alex Brooker and celebrity guests try a range of pastimes, from the familiar to the obscure.
Vikki Stone becomes the first female musical director of a house band on UK television in 23 years, leading Vikki and The Heartbeats on ITV's Romeo & Duet.
Stand-up comedian and actor Ellie Taylor has been lined up to present two new entertainment formats on Channel 4, a dating show built around movie love scenes, and a sleuthing-inspired game show.
Tom Davis has revealed that four of his current screen projects are comedies tapping into his Irish roots, including a potential second series of crime caper The Curse on Channel 4.
