The BBC have decided to cancel their behind-the-scenes show Doctor Who Confidential.

Broadcast on BBC 3, Doctor Who Confidential was launched in 2005 to co-incide with the series' relaunch.

The Guardian reports that a need to cut the channel's budget has led to the decision not to continue following the end of the show's sixth run.

A BBC Spokeswoman said in a prepared statement: "Doctor Who Confidential has been a great show for BBC Three over the years, but our priority now is to build on original British commissions, unique to the channel."

Other BBC 3 shows to be cancelled include Ideal, Hotter Than My Daughter, Coming of Age and Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps.

The last episode of Doctor Who Confidential will air on October 1, following BBC One's showing of The Wedding of River Song.

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