Soap Watch - Monday March 22 - Sunday March 27

In a special two-hander next Friday, Max tracks down Tracey and in an explosive reunion he is forced to deal with some home truths. Meanwhile over on 'Emmerdale' Paddy takes a beating from Aaron and in Carrigstown an unhappy Rachel gets into a spot of bother with the law.

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EASTENDERS
A furious Phil learns of Ronnie's deciet and demands answers about his daughter. In the midst of his outburst Shirley turns up at The Vic and embarrasses herself when she pre-emptively accepts Phil's non-proposal. Elsewhere the reality of her situation hits home for Lucy and she tells here dad she wants an abortion. The pair head to the clinic and later tell a devastated Jane, Lucy suffered a miscarriage. Meanwhile in a special episode on Friday Max is forced to deal with some home truths on his reunion with Stacey and is left with a dilemma - will he tell the police who Archie's real killer is?

FAIR CITY
Kylie reveals that she wants to leave Carrigstown and move to Spain with her mother, but can't because she doesn't have any money. Dean insists they must pay her fare to Spain to get her out of their lives. Tracey has to admit the full extent of her debts to Dean. Elsewhere Suzanne's lie is rumbled by Zumo, who tells Damien it was his wife who retrieved the stolen money. Meanwhile Paul persuades Niamh that Sean moving out will help their relationship but Rachel is unhappy he is leaving and the troubled teenager runs off. Paul is later horrifed to discover she has been caught shop lifting.

EMMERDALE
Still in a state of emotional turmoil, Aaron finally snaps under the pressure of Paddy's questioning and he brutally attacks Paddy. Later he is sickened by his own actions as he stares at a bloodied Paddy on the floor. Meanwhile Ashley is struggling to cope after his ordeal at the hands of Sally. Laurel returns on a high and and she's blissfully unaware of his anguish. Will Ashley bring himself to reveal Sally's sick actions? Elsewhere Chas and Nicola come to blows and Sam is distraught when Olena rejects his marriage proposal.

CORONATION STREET
Gail is not coping well with life behind bars and during a prison visit, she loses her temper when Audrey begins pushing her for more information about Joe's death. Later in the week David attempts to do some investigating but has he made things worse for his mum? Meanwhile, Janice continues in vain to impress Trevor while Julie tries to talk Eileen into giving Jesse another chance but she's shocked when Jesse catches her alone in the house and makes a pass at her. Later in the week Eileen sends him packing Elsewhere Lee and Sophie's date does not go well while Rosie plans a date with a footballer.

Spoiler Alert!
New love interest for Corrie character
One of the younger stars of 'Coronation Street' has revealed that her character is set to get a new love interest in the popular ITV soap.

Speaking to We Love Telly, Michelle Keegan said viewers will be surprised at who her character, Tina McIntyre, begins dating next.

Tina is currently engaged to Jason Grimshaw played by Ryan Thomas. Recently Keegan said of the relationship "Jason just isn't good for Tina at the minute. Jason thinks that Tina should get over Joe's death and move on with her life but Tina can't do that.

News - Corrie chiefs deny Goodyear return
'Coronation Street' bosses have denied claims that Julie Goodyear is being lined up for a return to the soap.

Yesterday, the News of the World claims that actress Julie Goodyear could be back as Bet Lynch in time for the show's 50th anniversary celebrations in December.

The paper claimed that new producer Phil Collinson wanted to axe some of the younger characters to make way for the return of some Weatherfield legends.

However, a Coronation Street spokesperson today told Sky: "At the moment there are no plans for Bet to return. The new producer hasn't even started yet, he's not made any decisions.

Spoiler Alert!
Corrie's Tina to hit rock bottom
'Corrie's Tina McIntyre will reportedly stop eating in a forthcoming storyline, it has been revealed.

According to the Daily Star, grief-stricken Tina will spiral into a depression as she struggles to cope with the death of her dad Joe.

She will reportedly lock herself away from her pals as she deliberately stops eating.

In a dramatic episode scheduled to be screened in May, her friend Graeme Proctor arrives at her flat to check on her and becomes concerned when she does not answer the door.

Fearing the worst he kicks in the door and finds her motionless on the floor of her flat following a collapse.

It is thought that worried Graeme (Craig Gazey) calls an ambulance but later cancels it when Tina regains consciousness and reveals her sadness in a heart-to-heart.

ROS NA RÚN
Johnny learns that hell hath no fury like a woman's scorned. Berni and Caitriona both know that Johnny has been sleeping his way through the village but they've decided that revenge is a dish best served cold. Elsewhere poor Mack faces further heartache after another blazing row with Adelaide. She kicks him out and later when he returns to try and make amends Brenda tells him he's too late. Adelaide has packed her bags and left!

HOME AND AWAY
Elijah and Leah are struggling with their feelings. Romeo helps Nicole get perspective on her internship. Annie and Romeo win lead parts in the school play. Gina bars Tony from teaching boxing at Summer Bay High.

News - Marilyn returning to Summer Bay
One of Home and Away's most famous faces will be returning to the soap, with Emily Symons set to reprise her role as Marilyn Fisher.

The actress will be seen back in her role as dizzy Marilyn after nearly ten years away from Summer Bay.

Reflecting on her comeback, Symons said last week: "The first day, as I was driving to location, I thought, 'I've got no idea how I'm going to do this'.

In 2008, the actress bowed out from her role as Emmerdale's Louise Appleton after seven years on the programme.

HOLLYOAKS
As Holly's life hangs in the balance, Jake finds himself the chief suspect in her kidnap. Suspicion persists in the village even after he is released by the police. Cindy and Tony's relationship founders as Holly's condition fails to improve.

NEIGHBOURS
Donna is appalled to discover that Andrew has made a steamy video of the two of them together. Even worse, the footage has been acquired by Griffo, who places it firmly in the public domain.

News - Neighbours star leaves 'to join the army'
'Neighbours' star James Sorensen is leaving the show to join the army, his co-star said.

James has quit the soap after playing Declan Napier for more than two years.

Jordan Smith, who plays Andrew Robinson, spoke to TV Week about James's plans, saying: "He's really serious about it - it's just something he really wants to do."

He went on: "He's been training really hard, but I wish he'd stay. He's become a really good mate. I've told him he's going to get shot on his first day, but he's adamant he wants to go!"

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