The writers for the 10-part series are being led by creator Russell T Davies, who is also writing the first and last episodes of the series. Davies recently hinted that he will step down from Torchwood after the new series.

Episode 2 is written by Doris Egan, who has previously written for Smallville, Dark Angel and House.

Former BuffyThe Vampire Slayer writer/producer Jane Espenson is writing Episodes 3, 5 and 7, as well as co-writing Episode 8 with comic book writer Ryan Scott.

John Shiban, who has worked on The X-Files, Smallville, Supernatural and Breaking Bad, is writing Episode 6.

Episode 4 and 9’s writers have yet to be announced.

Torchwood: Miracle Day will begin on BBC One in July.

The 84-page Doctor Who Magazine issue 431 is out now, priced £4.50.