Kilmarnock student starring in BBC's Lord of the Flies

Thomas Connor <i>(Image: East Ayrshire Council)</i>
Thomas Connor (Image: East Ayrshire Council)
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A KILMARNOCK student has hit national TV screens in a high-profile new drama.

Thomas Connor is starring as Roger in the BBC’s new adaptation of Lord of the Flies.

Filmed two years ago in Malaysia while Thomas was in S2, the drama began airing earlier this month on BBC One and iPlayer.

A spokesperson for East Ayrshire Council said: "It’s fantastic to see his talent shining through.

"Episode three airs tonight at 9pm on BBC One and we can’t wait to see Thomas in action.

"Let’s all get behind him and tune in to support a fantastic talent from East Ayrshire.

"Well done Thomas, we’re all rooting for you!"

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