Coronation Street star Kym Marsh has claimed that the soap's cast are not enjoying filming in high definition.

The Weatherfield drama joined ITV1 HD last month following a multi-million pound investment at the show's Manchester base, which allowed it to meet the demands of the higher quality filming.

Discussing the switch, Marsh wrote in her New column: "We've started filming in high definition, which we all hate because you can see every line, wrinkle and spot.

"It's not very flattering, but we've got to move with the times and produce the quality you'd expect from a top soap."

The 34-year-old added that she is feeling more positive about her character Michelle Connor's recent style choices.

She said: "I've been lucky lately, as Michelle has had a wardrobe overhaul and has got lots of nice new clothes."