Drums Along The Mersey?

From the Radio Times:

Britain has recently elected a new Prime Minister: one Harold Saxon. Viewers who were paying attention will have heard his name mentioned throughout this series. But it's only now, as he announces mankind's first contact with alien race the Toclafane, that his dark plans are coming to fruition. John Simm guest-stars as the sinister Saxon - and a host of familiar faces come along for the ride.

John Simm is hilariously heinous, donning the Master's dastardly mantle and adorning it with his own fun accessories. And yes, he upstages David Tennant just as Roger Delgado used to do to Jon Pertwee in the 70s. This thrilling first part of the season finale plays like a Spooks with the ideas department in overdrive. Amusing cameos, crafty Torchwood overlap, a Captain Scarlet homage and some serious jeopardy complete a first-class package. One week will never seem so long.

For readers wondering why this post is called 'Drums Along The Mersey', there were, in Fact, drums along the Mersey whilst I wrote it. Those with their windows open may have herd them.

See you all next week...