Catherine Tate returns to The Office

Former Doctor Who actress Catherine Tate will return to the American version of The Office later this year, NBC have said.

Tate, who made a guest appearance at the end of the last series of the sitcom, will reprise her role as Nellie Bertram, a misguided special projects manager.

Her character will return halfway through the current series of the show, which is currently airing on NBC in the US.

"Catherine is hysterical," said executive producer Paul Lieberstein.

"We introduced her briefly in last season's finale and knew she had to be a part of the show somehow. We're thrilled that she's joining the cast."

(Source: BBC News)