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Channel 4's Chester-based soap Hollyoaks is to unveil a new opening title sequence later this month - as most of the characters in the existing format are either dead or have left the show.

Designed by in-house graphic designer Simon Cox and composer Steve Wrightto, the new credits showcase the programme's sexy image and will be complemented by a re-worked theme tune with a 'contemporary twist', thanks to students at the Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts.

Out of those involved at the institute, producers chose Mark Beaney's version of the well-known sting.

Of the re-worked credits, producer Bryan Kirkwood said: "I’m delighted with our new titles; they reflect the show perfectly and will appeal directly to our viewers.

"We’ve got the best-looking cast on TV and now our titles echo that – young, glamorous and sexy!"

The new titles will first air on Friday, February 23 on E4 at 7pm.

Woo i was hoping they would have a new opening sequence soon!