Field of Blood

The last we heard she'd embarked on an exciting new student life in The Big Apple, and now Jayd Johnston is returning to her native land to film a crime drama for BBC Scotland. Jayd played Nicki, wee Bob's ex-fiance and fellow mechanic, between 2004 and 2010. Talented Jayd's now been cast in one of the lead roles in 'Field of Blood'.

Adapted from the popular Denise Mina novel, crime drama Field of Blood is set in Glasgow in 1982. The story centres on would-be journalist Paddy Meehan, played by Jayd, who works in a newspaper office and becomes embroiled in a dark murder case.

Jayd says: 'I'm thrilled to be given the chance to work with such an amazing cast including Peter Capaldi, David Morrissey, Jonas Armstrong and Ford Kiernan - I know I will learn a lot from them all. The character of Paddy Meehan is amazing, she's so feisty and fierce and passionate about her work which I love about her. She's got such a good heart and just wants to do good and make a difference.'

Filming starts this week on location in Glasgow until early November. We'll keep you posted on any developments!