Neighbours axe officially confirmed as bosses issue apology to 'gutted' fans and hit out at Channel 5

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The axe of Neighbours has officially been confirmed much to fans' dismay. The future of the show had been in doubt after Channel 5 last month confirmed it would stop airing the show.

But Neighbours has now announced that it will cease production of the long-running Australian soap in June. Bosses issued a message to the soap's fans early on Thursday morning (March 3). READ MORE: ITV This Morning's Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield startled as their news segment is suddenly interrupted They apologised to Neighbours loyal following as they explained the reason behind its cancellation.

The show’s Twitter account said: "We are so sorry to say that after nearly 37 years and almost 9,000 episodes broadcast we have to confirm that Neighbours will cease production in June. "Following the loss of our key broadcast partner in the UK and despite an extensive search for alternative funding, we simply have no option but to rest the show." The tweet added: "To our amazing, loyal fans, we know this is a huge disappointment, as it is to all of us on the team.

We thank you for all your messages and support and promise to end the show on an incredible high. "From here on, we are celebrating Neighbours." The daytime drama about the residents of Ramsay Street has been shown on UK television for more than 30 years and launched the careers of stars including Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan and Margot Robbie.