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Helen Lederer - The Absolutely Fabulous star made her first appearance on Coronation Street last month as a love interest of Ken Barlow, played by veteran actor William Roache

Corrie guest star hoping for romance with Ken

Actress and comedian Helen Lederer has said she is hoping to make a return to Coronation Street and was "honoured" to get the call for her recent cameo.

Soaps • 17 Apr 24

"With no information on Lauren's whereabouts and no other real suspects for the crime, has Roy paid the ultimate price for his honest and trusting nature?"

Corrie fans devastated as Roy is charged with murder

Coronation Street fans have been left reeling by the news that the soap's much-loved Roy Cropper, played by actor David Neilson, will be charged with the murder of missing teenager Lauren Bolton in episodes airing this week.

Soaps • 08 Apr 24

Kate Brooks - "Coronation Street has, and always will be, part of my DNA, and I can't wait to get stuck in" Photos: ITV

Emmerdale boss Kate Brooks joining Corrie

Emmerdale boss Kate Brooks will swap the Woolpack for the Rovers as she takes over as the new producer of Coronation Street.

Soaps • 27 Mar 24

John Savident, pictured in September 2005 Photo: Press Association

Coronation Street star John Savident dies aged 86

The actor John Savident, best known for playing Fred Elliott in Coronation Street, has died aged 86, his agent has said.

Television • 23 Feb 24

Coronation Street continues on Virgin Media One and ITV on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

Corrie serves up more shocks in killer storyline

Coronation Street's serial killer Stephen Reid will turn on those he loves the most when he is cornered and trapped in upcoming scenes on the soap.

Soaps • 12 Oct 23

Melanie Hill will make her Casualty debut as Siobhan Mackenzie in the new year on BBC One

Corrie star joins Casualty cast

Coronation Street star Melanie Hill has joined the cast of BBC One's Casualty as Clinical Nurse Manager Siobhan Mackenzie, described as "a no-nonsense team leader who looks set to ruffle a few feathers".

Television • 12 Oct 23

Barbara Knox has played Rita continuously for more than half a century

Corrie's Barbara Knox marks her 90th with special show

Coronation Street's Barbara Knox will be joined by actor and TV presenter Bradley Walsh in a one-off documentary celebrating her 90th birthday.

Soaps • 11 Oct 23

Jamie Borthwick and Danielle Harold as EastEnders' Jay and Lola

EastEnders the big winner at Inside Soap Awards

EastEnders has dominated at the Inside Soap Awards in the UK, taking home six gongs out of a possible 15 - including the award for Best Soap.

Soaps • 25 Sep 23

"We know that fans of Coronation Street want to get up close to some of the props and sets that they see on screen, be it Deirdre's infamous glasses or inside The Rovers Return" Photo: Press Association

Coronation Street Experience to open next month

ITV has announced a new Coronation Street Experience, offering fans access to replica sets, historic props and costumes from the long-running soap.

Soaps • 19 May 23

Coronation Street will air the storyline on Monday 27 March on Virgin Media One and ITV1

Acid attack storyline for Coronation Street

The UK charity the Katie Piper Foundation has supported Coronation Street in understanding the "long-lasting impact" of an acid attack as the soap explores the issue in an upcoming storyline.

Soaps • 20 Mar 23

Carol hits a low on Fair City - what will be her next move?

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Soaps • 28 Feb 23

Will this chat between Fair City's Carol and Sharon mark the beginning of the end of their friendship?

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Soaps • 20 Feb 23

The storyline will begin on Friday 3 March

Coronation Street announces consent storyline

Soap stars Elle Mulvaney and James Craven will be at the centre of a non-consensual sex storyline in Coronation Street that show bosses hope will open conversations about sexual activity among young people.

Soaps • 16 Feb 23

Fair City's Juliet and Zoe are looking to the future

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Soaps • 23 Jan 23

It's an emotional week for Fair City's Anna and Maria

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Soaps • 16 Jan 23

Stephen (Todd Boyce) - "Now that he's got one body down, he's perfectly willing to cover that up with another murder"

Second victim for Corrie killer Stephen

The latest murderer to stalk the cobbles of Coronation Street is set to claim a second victim as he tries to cover up his first killing.

Soaps • 10 Jan 23

It's quite the week for Fair City's Maria and Zak

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Soaps • 09 Jan 23

Millie Gibson, 18, is the youngest Doctor Who companion in the show's history

Corrie actress says Doctor Who job written in the stars

Millie Gibson has described her Doctor Who audition as "fate" after discovering she had the opportunity to star on the BBC sci-fi series on the same day as filming her last scenes for Coronation Street.

Television • 04 Jan 23

What next for Fair City's Sharon and Carol?

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Soaps • 03 Jan 23

Will Fair City's Carol and Rafferty make it to New Year's Day as a couple?

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Soaps • 26 Dec 22

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Soaps • 12 Dec 22

There's legal drama galore in Fair City this week

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Soaps • 05 Dec 22

Tyrone (Alan Halsall) is set to pop the question to his long-term, on-off partner Fiz (Jennie McAlpine) in the run-up to Christmas

Corrie Christmas comedy will 'warm your cockles'

Coronation Street is set to end the year with a comedy Christmas that will "warm your cockles", its producer has said.

Soaps • 05 Dec 22

Will Fair City's Mondo and Kira turn back the clock?

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Soaps • 28 Nov 22

There are fireworks with a new arrival in Fair City!

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Soaps • 21 Nov 22