Paul Hollywood has signed a three-year-deal to continue judging the Great British Bake Off when it moves to Channel 4.

Our sister title, The Evening Times, reported the Liverpudlian baker said he was ‘delighted’ to be staying on the show.

In a statement, he said: “It’s been a huge part of my life in the past few years and I just couldn’t turn my back on all that.”

His announcement came as Mary Berry confirmed that she has quit the show 'out of loyalty' to the BBC.

Mel Giedroyc and Sue Perkins have also said that they will not return to the show when it moves to Channel 4.

In a statement, Ms Berry said: “My decision to stay with the BBC is out of loyalty to them, as they have nurtured me, and the show, that was a unique and brilliant format from day one.

"What a privilege and honour it has been to be part of seven years of magic in a tent.

"I am just sad for the audience who may not be ready for change, I hope they understand my decision."

Channel 4 signed a three year deal worth £25m with Love Productions Love Productions, who produce the popular baking show, announced earlier this month that the Bake Off would be moving to Channel 4 after the broadcaster signed a three year deal worth £25m.

The BBC said it would love to have kept the show, but it was not able to afford it.

According to BBC News, the corporation is believed to have offered Love Productions, £15 million per year to keep the show.

This amount fell £10 million short of what the corporation would need to retain the show on BBC One, it was reported.