The new-look Britain's Got Talent judging panel have kicked off auditions in Manchester.
Returning as a full-time judge, Simon Cowell was joined by Amanda Holden and newcomers Alesha Dixon and David Walliams on the red carpet at The Lowry Theatre, where the first hopefuls will take to the stage. Presenters Ant & Dec were also in attendance, along with Britain's Got More Talent host Stephen Mulhern.
