ITV1’s hit entertainment series of 2007 returns for a second series after catapulting last year’s winner Paul Potts to worldwide success.

Hosted by Ant and Dec – and with Simon Cowell, Piers Morgan and Amanda Holden on the judging panel – Britain’s got Talent once again travels the length and breadth of the UK in search of Britain’s best unsung talent.

The show is open to any performer, of any age and from any background – all they need is a gift that they think will impress the judges, the viewers and ultimately HRH The Prince of Wales as the victor wins a prize slot on this year’s Royal Variety performance, along with £100,000 in cash.

From dance troupes and singers, to dancing sheep and horses, magicians to ventriloquists, and comedians to contortionists, the UK really delivers the goods.

Prepare to be entertained by a wealth of wonderful, wacky and often plain weird acts. At the same time, learn about the personal back stories behind the often emotionally charged performances as each act tries to prove to the judges – and often themselves – that they have what it takes to be crowned Britain’s top talent.

During the audition shows, Ant and Dec will be waiting in the wings to congratulate the successful and console those who fail to impress. Once the show goes into the studio later in the series, the lads will host the live proceedings and crown the eventual winner – as voted for by the public.

Also back this year is Britain’s got More Talent on iTv2. presented by Stephen Mulhern, this series features exclusive interviews with the contestants and judges, while going behind the scenes to reveal what goes on backstage, from the audition process to the live shows.