Forced to face the press again at a book festival launch, Bill caved while speaking to reporters and revealed his character. Sometimes the obvious choice is the correct choice and this is no exception.

"I will be Rufus Scrimgeour, who is the Minister of Magic and he is a very very important man," said Bill. "I am no longer the only English actor not to be in Harry Potter and I am very pleased." We are all very pleased as well. Bill's screen presence demands attention and is a perfect fit in the Potter universe."