Jack and Denise fight to save their relationship in EastEnders

Could Rita's advances tempt Jack?

 18-24 JULY

As Denise struggles to open to Jack, their relationship is strained, but once at the hospital, she's given food for thought.

Elsewhere, Jack is upset to be given compassionate leave at work and is told that colleague Craig is taking over his current case.

As Denise and Jack continue to struggle, Phil gives Jack some much-needed advice, whilst at the hospital, Denise finally opens up about her friend’s death. But it only leads to more drama between the pair as Jack struggles to be honest about his emotions and leaves.

Could he be tempted by Rita's advances?

When Denise and Jack finally open up to one another, their relationship gets back on track, but the moment is short-lived when Jack receives a call from the police about Joel’s attack.

EastEnders continues Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm on BBC One with first look episodes available from 6am on BBC iPlayer