Downton Abbey star shares real reason she uses Midlands accent in surprising new role

Phyllis Logan, known for her role in Downton Abbey, stars as Barbara in Village Idiot, the second episode of Play for Today season two on Channel 5. The Scottish icon transforms into a madcap gran for this new drama role, which airs tonight. Logan has shared the specific reasons behind her decision to utilise a Midlands accent for the character, marking a surprising departure from her previous well-known performances in this latest television appearance.