We've said it before in a previous post, but again this is confirmed, and as you can see from the comments it's from an insider source.

The Guardian Guide Blog for all thing entertainment, has news that Dougray Scott has been signed up for the new Bond role as a definite. Okay, so the story was carried by a UK tabloid two months ago, but it clearly wasn't the case as the paper isn't that good and it's not been backed up since. In fact other actors have been in auditions and have even turned down the role! Dr Doom, Bond, Dr Doom, Bond...okay.

Steve Rose from the Guardian Blog says:

I found out from an "industry insider", as they say -- no second-hand news here!

I'm not exactly delighted if this is the case, I was looking for a more Brosnan-esque Bond. Now is that wrong? The more I think about it the more I think it is wrong, perhaps it is time for a meaner rougher Bond, and with the talk that the new Bond is going back to the original style then this is perhaps the kind of casting they need. Initially I was concerned that they were looking for a new Connery, but this could be the rougher edge they are looking for (no offence Mr Scott). Still, no official word yet!