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'Skins' writer Jamie Brittain confirms exit

Jamie Brittain has confirmed that he has decided to stop working on the television show Skins.

Brittain, who created the drama with his father Bryan Elsley, announced on Friday that he believes it is time for him to move on.

Speaking to the website AfterEllen, he explained that he is "really sad" to be leaving but added that he has faith in the production team.

"I've just said everything I want to say," he said. "It's time for new writers to come forward and portray their truth about teenagers."

Brittain, who explained that he now wants to write a film, also revealed that he believes the sixth series of Skins will be "amazing".

Brittain later confirmed the news of his exit on his Twitter page, saying: "Thanks for all the lovely messages. It's not an April Fools, I am leaving Skins. Sad to go, but don't worry, it's in very good hands."

The sixth series of Skins, which will comprise ten episodes, is expected to air next year.

Time for it to be axed.