Table of contents for 10 - 2022 in Inside Soap UK

Terror strikes for troubled Abi this week, after a drug-fuelled joyride ends with her doubled over in agony at a roadside – shortly before her whole world is turned upside down! Having failed to patch things up with betrayed Kevin, Abi hits the self-destruct button and pumps herself with drink and drugs, as she and dealer Dean get high on Kev’s sofa. Then, after volatile Dean steals a car from the Webster garage, he and Abi soon find themselves careering down a country lane at breakneck speed – before crippled Abi begs her intoxicated pal to pull over. She’s in searing pain, and is forced to call an ambulance… “Poor Abi has been to hell and back in recent months, but nothing can prepare her for what comes next,” reveals…

While Chas excitedly plans Vinny and Liv’s engagement party to steal Charity’s thunder, she’s unaware the couple are already wed – but the lovers’ secret is soon exposed! The Dingles remain oblivious to the fact the pair eloped to Daventry a few weeks back and tied the knot on the quiet, so Vin’s mum Mandy didn’t interfere and try to nix the nuptials. Now they’re too embarrassed to come clean, and awkwardly go along with the idea of the clan gathering to toast their big day – even though it’s already happened! The truth finally emerges after a letter addressed to Mr and Mrs V Dingle is delivered to Wishing Well Cottage. Noah is suspicious and hands it to Mandy, who is shocked to discover her son and his new…

Wouldn’t we all love the opportunity to book night-time appointments with our local GP surgery? Well, while that’s highly unlikely to happen, the folk of Letherbridge will soon be available to viewers in the evening as well as in the daytime slot – following a major shake-up of the BBC schedule! From Monday 7 March, Doctors will continue to air Monday to Thursday at 1.45pm on BBC One, and then repeat later at 7pm over on BBC2. And that’s not all… EastEnders is to go up against Emmerdale in a fixed 7.30pm slot on BBC1, dropping its Friday episode and also broadcasting consecutively Monday to Thursday. “We’re delighted that there will be new regular time slots for EastEnders on BBC1, and Doctors on BBC2,” says head of continuing drama Kate…

Killer Meena delivers the ultimate shock twist this week – by pinning one of her many sadistic murders on her sister, Manpreet! The women come face to face for the first time since Meena was finally apprehended by the police, with Manpreet agreeing to visit her in prison if Meena promises to make a full confession. However, it doesn’t take long for Manpreet’s sibling to turn the tables on her as she forms a new plan. Basically, if Meena is going down, she’s taking her sister with her… “Meena’s cruelty knows no bounds,” despairs our Emmerdale insider. “If kidnapping and torturing Manpreet wasn’t enough, Meena’s going to make sure that her sister suffers for the rest of her life. It’s bonkers – but if anyone can wriggle off the hook,…

The lives of Ramsay Street residents are left in jeopardy this week, after a trip away turns deadly – will everyone make it back alive? Glen, Levi, Freya, Ned, Harlow and Aaron head to the River Bend retreat for a relaxing break. However, their excursion away from Erinsborough ends in terror and a fight for survival – when Freya’s ex-boyfriend Gareth makes himself known… “David heads to the retreat to talk to Aaron – but finds him close to death!” exclaims Takaya Honda, who plays the doctor. “He discovers Aaron on the side of the road unconscious and bleeding. David has absolutely no idea what’s happened – Aaron’s just lying there…” What David doesn’t know is that Aaron was violently attacked by Gareth, after the brute attempted to kidnap Freya.…

Matthew continues to take dangerous risks with his patients this week – but will they pay off? Struggling with PTSD, Matthew attempts to right his wrongs by saving lives to balance out his list of those that he’s lost. Later on, Matthew tends to a patient, Jamie – who triggers a memory of someone with a similar injury back when Matthew worked in Africa. Matthew is confident he can repair the patient’s foot, but Rash and Jacob are not happy with the risk involved. The three end up celebrating when Matthew manages to pull off the procedure, and he adds Jamie’s name to his list of people he’s saved. However, Dylan informs Matthew that his dangerous patch-up job could have cost Jamie a limb, and Matthew is left shaken… Will…

Emmerdale’s most epic of love stories kicks off this week. True, it’s hardly Casablanca or Titanic, but the story of Katie and Andy will keep us busy for at least the next 15 years or so. (Or merely seven years with good behaviour at Classic Emmerdale broadcast pace.) It all begins when Andy is caught selling knock-off fags at school (we told you it was romantic) and thrown into detention. But it turns out that life in the old sin bin is about to get a whole lot brighter, as the angelic form of Katie Addyman floats into view. And when Katie manifests in the detention room again the next day, it’s clear it’s game on – and that rom-com dialogue really starts to sizzle. “My mobile went off in…

“This time, I’m really hoping that Nancy has a healthy baby, because she’s not had the best of luck,” admits Hollyoaks star Jess Fox, as we chat to her about her character’s latest pregnancy. “But I can pretty much vouch that won’t be the case – this is Hollyoaks, after all!” As if it’s not tough enough for Nancy having to juggle her pregnancy with a full-time job at the school and being a wife and mother, she also has to support teenagers Charlie and Ella through the devastating loss of their own baby. Which is not an easy task, given that Nancy has suffered two previous miscarriages herself. “It’s a very difficult line for Nancy to walk,” Jess tells us. “As usual, she’s having to do it all by…

An all-star cast including Martin Compston, Tuppence Middleton, Rupert Penry-Jones, Weruche Opia and Bronagh Waugh star in this new four-part drama – playing out across the week – based on the best-selling novel by Louise Candlish. When Fiona Lawson arrives home to find a new couple moving into it – her family and possessions nowhere to be seen – a devastating sequence of events is set to follow. Desperate to get hold of her estranged husband Bram to find out what the hell has happened, Fi is taken on a terrifying journey as dark secrets and shocking revelations are laid bare. In the immediate aftermath of Fi’s devastating discovery, viewers are taken along for this nail-biting ride via a series of flashbacks to her and Bram’s former life. And with…

“Gray needs a plan before it’s too late!” TOBY The moment that all EastEnders fans have been waiting for finally arrives this week, as the truth about Gray’s killing spree is at last revealed – making him the most hated man in Walford! With an investigation into Tina’s murder now under way, the police are keen to speak to Gray, given that he claims to be the last person to have seen her alive. But as detectives haul Gray down to the station to grill him about his story, will the lawyer remain cool, calm and collected – or will he buckle under the pressure? “Gray realises that the walls are closing in on him, and that he needs to come up with a plan before it’s too late!” reveals…

With a plethora of awards under her belt, it’s hard to imagine actress Sally Carman playing anyone else other than disaster-magnet Abi. However, on numerous occasions this nearly wasn’t the case, as Sally explains that she was no stranger to the Street’s casting directors prior to landing her dream role… “I must have auditioned 40-odd times and had about 10 screen tests – though it could have been more,” shares the former Shameless star. “I tried out for characters such as Shona Ramsay and Kate Connor, which I obviousy didn’t get and I can see why. “One of the reasons why I became an actress was because of Corrie – and particularly because of Barbara Knox [aka Rita], who I think is phenomenal,” adds Sally. “I see the Coronation Street…

Bailey throws everything she has into reuniting Mitch and Karen this week – but can she make them realise that they still love each other? The youngster is positive that her dad and Karen belong together, so she enlists Keegan to help her with recreating their first date. And judging by these pics of the couple happily dancing together, we’d say the plan is a roaring success! But will it really be enough to make the former couple admit that they still have feelings for each other?…

Valerie helps Luca with patient Winnie this week, as she comes to the end of her life. Hoping to stimulate Winnie’s happy holiday memories, Luca asks Valerie to hunt out props for taking now bed-bound Winnie back to some of her favourite places. Thanks to Valerie’s creativity, Winnie enjoys a trip to a tropical beach and a visit to Lapland. Winnie is overjoyed – and later asks Luca if he’ll help organise her funeral. But why can’t her children step up?…

Another ingénue makes her debut this week, as we get our first look at Maria Sutherland. Kennel maid and fair maiden all rolled into one, it’s a package that intoxicates Tyrone. The lad first spots Maria when he arrives at the kennels to strike a deal with Maria’s dad to use Monica the greyhound as a stud. We’ll avoid any crude jokes here (for once) and just bask in the warm fuzziness of it all. On the subject of animals behind bars, Jez  Quigley is now safely banged-up after Natalie went to the police. But with Steve the one who grassed him up to Nat, it’s squeaky-bum time when Jez asks him to visit. Luckily for Steve, Jez reveals that he thinks someone else did the dirty on him. But…

It was over 20 years ago that we first met Emmerdale’s Rhona Goskirk – and while she’s endured many dramas during her time in the village, we’ve heard precious little about the vet’s life before she arrived. All that’s about to change, though, as this week we’re set to meet Rhona’s mum, Mary. Actress Louise Jameson – best known to soap fans as Rosa di Marco from EastEnders, as well as her roles in Doctor Who and Tenko – plays outspoken Mary, who rocks up just as her daughter is proposing to Marlon! And the star tells us that she’s delighted to be back in Emmerdale almost 50 years after she first appeared in the soap… Hi, Louise! How did your current role on Emmerdale come about? I was sent…

As hit crime drama Grantchester returns to our screens for a new series, DI Geordie Keating and his unlikely assistant Reverend Will Davenport are enjoying the long, hot summer of 1959 in the Cambridgeshire village. Here, Robson Green and Tom Brittney, who play the detective duo, explain where their respective characters are at… “Geordie is detached from Cathy and the kids, and living with Will at the vicarage, feeling like a fish out of water,” reveals Robson. “The one person Geordie seeks advice from, who he shouldn’t, is Will! So there’s a funny irony being played out.” “Will is happy in his work, but wants some excitement,” shares Tom. “He introduces Geordie to the underground world of jazz clubs, and there, Will meets someone who changes his life in a…

DVD THE BAY DS Jenn Townsend is assigned her first murder case with Morecambe’s Major Investigation Unit – and she must get under the skin of a grieving family, while at the same time proving herself to her colleagues. The pressure is multiplied when her new blended family struggles to settle in Morecambe, proving to Jenn that a fresh start might not be as simple as moving to a different town. DVD ECHOES OF THE PAST When the Greek government launches a legal claim worth billions for war reparations, lawyer Caroline Martin – representing the Germans – visits Kalavryta to investigate. An encounter with the last survivor of the tragedy, Nikolaos Andreou, leads them into a dark chapter of history. BOOK THE MOTHER’S DAY VICTORY by Rosie Hendry It’s 1940…

Whatever fate might befall Gray, and at what unknown hand, his shadow will linger over Albert Square for some time to come – as these sneak preview pics of Tina Carter’s upcoming funeral reveal. Linda Carter will make her long-awaited return to Walford for the tragic occasion, bringing more drunken mayhem. And that’s not the only surprise in store, as Mick and Janine attend the ceremony seemingly as a couple. Has Mick really moved on from alcoholic Linda –thanks to Janine’s plotting – and is that the cause of her drunken fury? “Tina loved a proper knees-up, but we’re not sure how she would react to the drama that surrounds her final goodbye!” declares our Walford snoop. “This is a day that should be all about honouring Tina, in a…

“The sprinklers are set off and we have a huge food fight!” LUCY Chas and Charity have gone from business partners to bitter rivals, and relations between the rowdy relatives reach breaking point this week. The Woolpack’s long-awaited relaunch event is scuppered when Chas organises a party for Vinny and Liv at the B&B, where she’s just started work, forcing the Dingles to choose which faction of the fractured family to support. After much back-stabbing and sabotage, months of resentment boil over between the ladies in a massive food fight! Emma Atkins and Lucy Pargeter fill us in on whether their alter egos Charity and Chas can come back from this… Is Charity excited about the Woolpack reopening? Emma She’s nervous as she wants to prove herself to the village…

Over in Walford, another shock exit is set to play out in the coming weeks, as the Taylors wave goodbye to Keegan! Star Zack Morris has confirmed his decision to bow out of the soap after five years in the role… “It’s time to give Keegan Butcher-Baker a well-earned rest,” explains the actor, who was the first member of his on-screen family to descend on Albert Square in 2017. “This show has given me so much – not just as an actor, but as a man. EastEnders will always hold a loving place in my heart.” The news comes just as the violent crimes of Keegan’s former brother-in-law, Gray, begin to unravel (see p4). Will Keegan’s departure happen as a consequence of him learning that his sister, Chantelle, died at…

“They combat the sexism that women encounter daily” Hollyoaks celebrates International Women’s Day with a special episode this week, as Verity, Zoe and Cleo lead the fight for feminism. The ladies take centre stage as they face the day-to-day struggles of dealing with misogyny – and they even take a trip back in time! Eva O’Hara, who plays Verity, tells us more about the episode… Hi, Eva! How did you feel when you found out you would be part of this exciting episode? I knew in advance what International Women’s Day was going to be focused on, and it makes me immensely proud! Hollyoaks has been so forward-thinking, not only in terms of this episode, but in following important storylines about misogynistic behaviour. Although the episode itself is very joyful…

The revelation of this secret has been a long time coming. And departing Corrie star Kel Allen, who plays Laura, would love her alter ego to be the one to finally rumble killer Gary… “Wow, could you imagine?” she grins. “If Laura was the one to find out that Gary killed Rick, that would be the cherry on top of the cake for me. The scenes that we’ve been filming so far are brilliant, and so exciting. “There’s a lot coming up between Laura and Gary, and Maria too,” continues Kel. “It’s going to be a huge explosion for everyone involved – and who knows what will happen if Laura and Kelly find out the truth…”…

Rookie chess competitor Sam is left gutted this week, after his dad Nick forbids him from playing his favourite game. In the aftermath of his mum’s tragic death, Sam has thrown himself into chess matches against Roy – and it’s the only thing bringing him any joy right now. Yet when Nick discovers that his lad has fallen behind at school because he’s spending too much time studying chess tactics, he’s forced to get strict with Sam… “Nick believes that Sam’s classwork must take priority,” explains our Street spy. “He knows that Sam is a smart cookie, so the fact that he’s struggling is very worrying. Nick wants to get rid of all distractions from Sam’s life so he can focus on catching up with his assignments.” Nick’s tough new…

Rocky’s on a mission to turn his life around this week – but a new job at the undertakers isn’t the fresh start he’d hoped for… With no home or income, Rocky knows he needs to make big changes if he’s to stay afloat; so when he sees an advert for a position at Coker & Mitchell, he reckons he’s on to a winner. But his first day on the job couldn’t get off to a worse start! “Let’s just say that working with dead bodies isn’t for everyone!” chuckles our Square spy. “While it’s a job that suits Rainie down to the ground, Rocky clearly isn’t up to the task. He may take his nickname from one of the toughest characters in film history, but it appears that Rocky…

When Daniel was at rock bottom, grieving the loss of wife Sinead, a chance meeting with sex worker Nicky led to an intense, if unconventional, relationship. At first the lonely widow would ask Nicky to wear his late spouse’s clothes and pay her purely for company, taking comfort from her resemblance to his deceased soulmate. The unlikely pair fell for each other, but living in Sinead’s shadow eventually proved too much for Nicky and she left Weatherfield nursing a broken heart, knowing Daniel wasn’t ready for love again. So what brings her back 18 months later? And does she intend to pick up where she left off – even though Daniel has moved on? “Nicky feels huge gratitude towards Daniel as he helped to change her life,” explains star Kimberly…

Manpreet has proved her resilience on screen after being held hostage by Meena. And Dales star Rebecca tells us that she’s just as tough as we put your questions to her… “Who do you think Manpreet is better suited to – Rishi or Charles?” “Who is Manpreet best suited to?” I love them both, and so does Manpreet! Rishi is a lovely, caring man, although he does have a disturbing passion for fancy dress. Charles’ blind faith can trouble Manpreet, so they’re almost chalk and cheese – but they do say opposites attract… “If you could live in any of the Emmerdale houses, which would you want to call home?” Holdgate, of course! It’s such an imposing building, it’s so beautiful and has a lovely garden, though there are rumours…

As Clean It, Fix It returns this week, extreme cleaner Maxine Dwyer tells Inside TV the shows she loves to soak up… What has been your favourite drama you’ve watched recently? I’ve been watching Black Mirror – it’s absolutely amazing. I’m glued to my chair watching it! And what do you enjoy watching comedy-wise? I love old comedies – things like Morecambe & Wise, Bread… I also love Mo Gilligan, and The Big Narstie Show, that’s fun – big belly laughs. What were your favourite shows when you were growing up? We only had four channels, so we didn’t have much choice! But I used to watch gardening shows, and documentaries on animals and stuff like that – David Attenborough, Johnny Morris… And Coronation Street and Crossroads, I’d watch those.…

Follow Stacey Dooley as she packs up life as she knows it to move in with the Sisters of The Order of the Holy Paraclete Anglican Religious Community at St Hilda’s Priory in Whitby, in this new documentary… “I’ve never been religious,” admits Stacey, as she pledges to embrace a very different way of living. “But in these unsettling times I’ve been wondering if I need to re-think things. So I’m taking a leap into faith to spend 10 days living in a convent – could some peace and spiritual reflection help me find a more fulfilling life?” St Hilda’s practices teachings preserved for over 15 centuries, and Stacey is welcomed by the nuns to join their daily routines as they embrace their vows of poverty, obedience and chastity. But…