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Line of Duty's Vicky McClure back in police gear in new cop drama Trigger Point

All-action Line of Duty star Vicky McClure is back in police gear as she takes on another pulse-racing role.

High-octane thriller Trigger Point is coming soon - and if you're a Line of Duty fan, you won't want to miss it.

It focuses on a Bomb Disposal Squad known as Expo and it is predictably explosive.

The ITV series was written by screenwriting newcomer Daniel Brierley, and produced by Jed Mercurio's HTM Television.

Not only has Vicky got a leading role, but Line of Duty brainbox Jed has played a big part in putting it all together.

But if you want cool and calm Kate Fleming, then you are probably in the wrong place.

Vicky, 38, is front line officer Lana Washington in the ITV show - and the cop is very different to her previous role.

Vicky is working with Jed Mercurio again (ITV)

Her character is very experienced when it comes to bomb disposal, but she is described as reckless and out of control.

She is also a fierce ex-military officer - and is pushed to her physical and mental limits through a series of intense challenges.

The series will also star Adrian Lester as Joel Nutkins.

The popular actress posted on Instagram "Meet Lana Washington & Joel Nutkins! We’re off to an explosive start!!

"Can’t wait to reveal more as we go along…we’ve got an incredible cast!! And the crew are creating absolute gold!"

Trigger Point is coming to ITV soon (ITV)

His character served alongside Lana in Afghanistan and they continue to work with each other within the bomb disposal unit.

Jed has also shared some behind the scenes photos from filming on Twitter.

He said: "Excited to be back filming with national treasure @Vicky_McClure and working for the first time with the brilliant @AdrianLester on explosive new thriller series #TriggerPoint by Daniel Brierley @HTMTelevision @ITV."

Death is always near and fans are certain to be on the edge of their seats.

Lana is pushed to breaking point as she handles a series of improvised explosive devices which threaten the capital during a terrorist campaign.

Vicky's next character is not as cool headed at Kate Fleming (BBC/World Productions/Steffan Hill)

ITV added: "Under extreme pressure and searching for answers, Lana can’t help but become suspicious that the bomber is premeditatedly targeting her unit.

"It’s a terrifying thought, but against all odds how does she prove it and discover the bomber’s real identity?"

ITV Head of Drama, Polly Hill, said: "Trigger Point has you on the edge of your seat from the start.

"It's a brilliant script by Daniel and I can't believe this is his first commission. I'm delighted to be working with Jed who knows better than anyone how to bring these thrillers to screen and Vicky is the perfect Lana.

"It's a fabulous team and an exciting show for ITV.”

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