But will they honour his wishes? 3-9 JANUARY After Phil and Julie take Nigel to visit a care home, the senior nurse shows them how they care for people living with dementia. Phil and Julie are then told they must make a decision quickly to secure Nigel’s place. But when Nigel becomes distressed, Phil and Julie decide to take him home and continue their search. As Julie starts looking for other care home options, Phil argues that Nigel should have a say about where he goes to

But who will come out on top? 3-9 JANUARY Tensions rise as Kathy and Ian discover that Elaine is launching a breakfast offer at Peacock Palace and badmouthing the café on her leaflets. But who will come out on top? EastEnders continues Mondays to Thursdays at 7.30pm on BBC One with first look episodes available from 6am on BBC iPlayer

As Tracy-Ann Oberman returns to EastEnders this Christmas. At the end of tonight's EastEnders, Chrissie Watts was revealed to be the mastermind behind Zoe’s torment as Tracy-Ann Oberman returned to Walford. Having teamed up with Zoe’s scorned, secret daughter, Jasmine, over the past three months, Chrissie has done everything within her power to frighten Zoe in preparation for Christmas Day, where she prepares to take ultimate revenge as recompense for Zoe’s involvement in Den

Can Nicola stop her son from doing something he'll regret? 20 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY Harry arrives home, much to the delight of Gina, but he makes it clear that he needs to put their relationship on hold. And Penny later agrees to let Gina move into her flat. Ravi also arrives back in Walford as Priya, Nugget and Avani excitedly welcome him home, but it’s clear Harry is keen for revenge as he stews watching their happy reunion. Meanwhile, Kojo is thrilled to see Harry back hom

Can Yolande convince him to join in with the festivities? 20 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY Anthony’s demeanour continues to cause concern at home and when the day of Yolande’s carol service arrives, Walford is abuzz with festive spirit. As Patrick and Chelsea attempt to rally Anthony on his first Christmas away from his ex-wife and children, it’s clear he’s not in the mood for festivities. EastEnders continues Mondays to Thursdays at 7.30pm on BBC One with first look episodes availab

But at what cost? 20 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY At The Vic, the Slaters attempt to buoy Zoe in the midst of her stalker ordeal as they try to put recent events aside for the next couple of days to celebrate Christmas. Kat is shocked to bump into Sam in The Vic, and immediately questions whether she is Zoe’s stalker. How will Kat react when Sam reveals that she has cancer is there to seek support from Zack? Later, as Kat and Alife head to the carol concert, Zoe stays home, where sh

Has Barney cottoned on? 20 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY Things are awkward between Vicki and Zack in the café when he overhears Ross asking Vicki if he can move back into No.43. Attempting to cut the tension, Vicki gives Zack advice on a gift idea for Barney, and it’s clear Zack still has feelings for Vicki, which haven’t gone unnoticed by Barney. On Christmas Day, with The Vic off limits and hungry punters to feed, Zack takes the Christmas dinner back to No.31 in a last-ditch attem

W ill it give him the solace he needs? 20 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY The day of Nigel’s film screening in Walford arrives, but Phil and Julie are preoccupied by their disagreement over care options for Nigel. As the residents gather at the community centre for the screening, Lexi takes control of the event, having directed the film. But when Sam arrives, Kat soon makes it clear she is not welcome and is stunned when Julie drops the bombshell that Sam has been back in the country f

What will happen on New Year's Day 2027? 20 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY Following the exposure of a secret, Max vents his frustrations among his family as Lauren and Jack try to damage control the situation. Vowing to support him, Lauren and Jack believe they have talked Max out of acting irrationally, but their best intentions are scuppered when Max accepts advice from Zoe and decides to make a decision he may come to regret. On Christmas Eve, Max’s actions make him an enemy among

It's been a very good year for Claudia Winkleman! After 280,000 votes were registered in the 11th annual I Talk Telly Awards, it’s time to reveal the 2025 winners. Since launching in 2015, the I Talk Telly Awards, created by founder Elliot Gonzalez, have now seen 2.8m votes registered, celebrating programmes and talent across Comedy, Drama, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Factual and Soaps. Entirely voted for by the public, there were big wins this year for Coronation Street , The