Problem with having so many writers. And recurring villains that need to be threatening even though they lose every time. Also time-travel, which makes development of the universe rather difficult. And a main character whose personality and appearance changes on a regular basis.
The real development happens to the companions. And they either last long enough to grow beyond their need to travel with the Doctor or something horrible takes the choice away from them.
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