Secrets, slip-ups, and emotional confrontations shake the cobbles in this week’s dramatic double episode

Becky Heads for a Dangerous Showdown with Carla

Tensions hit boiling point at the factory as Kit Green begins piecing together the uneasy alliance between Becky Swain and DI Costello. After visiting Costello in hospital, Kit learns from the detective’s wife that he had plans to retire to the Lake District—a plan that no one else, especially Lisa or Becky, had heard of.

Lisa is baffled. But Kit doesn’t miss Becky’s discomfort—a telltale sign something bigger is being hidden.

Later, Kit shares his suspicions with Carla Connor, who’s drowning her doubts in scotch at the Underworld office. “There’s no proof,” Carla says bleakly, but Kit isn’t done stirring the pot.

He sends Becky with a cryptic message: Carla’s drinking alone. Lisa should check on her. Becky agrees—but instead of fetching Lisa, she closes the office door behind her.

A confrontation is brewing. Will Carla uncover the truth about Becky’s connection to Costello before it’s too late?

Lauren Sees Something She Wasn’t Meant To

Elsewhere, Eva forces Will to apologise to Lauren for his inappropriate kiss. Lauren shrugs it off, saying it’s “water under the bridge.” But her calm mask cracks later in the day when she spies Will meeting with Megan, his athletics coach.

Will is seen emotionally apologizing again—for the same kiss. But why Megan?

From a distance, Lauren watches, a storm of unease brewing in her eyes. Has she just uncovered something far more inappropriate than a misguided kiss?

Debbie’s Wedding Mistake Turns into a Race Against Time

Debbie Webster is crushed when she realises she’s booked her wedding venue for 2027, not 2026. With her health uncertain, the mistake feels monumental. But Carl and Abi swoop in to help, tracking down a cancellation at Monkton Hall in just three weeks.

Debbie is thrilled—but will Kevin react badly when he learns Carl and Abi are helping? Given the tangled family dynamics, the upcoming wedding may cause more chaos than celebration.

Joanie’s Christmas Party Brings Light—and Pressure

Over at No. 4, Joanie excitedly announces she’s throwing a Christmas party for her friends. Always ready to make someone feel at home, Sally and Tim pull out all the stops, preparing a massive buffet and promising a festive day to remember.

But underneath the cheer, Tim worries—can they truly deliver on all their promises with so many unknowns looming over the holidays?

George and Christina Still Hope for Todd

Finally, a tender moment sees George and Christina reflecting on Todd Grimshaw. Christina gently pushes George to open the door again, telling him it’s clear he still misses Todd.

Will George listen to his heart—and Christina’s advice—and try to mend the past?