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EDITORIAL
Tuesday 28th April 2026
Hello Walfordians! Enjoying the sunshine? We know we are!
And as the sun shines down on Walford, next week looks to be another dramatic watch, as storylines heat up across the square. Will George finally face his adoptive father? Can Linda and Johnny patch things up? Let’s dive in!
George is a busy man this week, trying to keep a lid on his feelings as friends and family prepare for a welcome home party for baby Ivy. But when Nicola checks George’s phone and discovers several missed calls, she panics, fearing they’re from the hospital.
The calls are actually from Eddie Knight, but they might be just as bad as hearing from the hospital: Eddie is dying. He may have plenty to be sorry for, but are he and George really going to reconcile? When George later finds out the truth, he visits his estranged father and is shocked by how frail and weak he looks.
Nicola is left in shock this week when she is looking over the accounts for Harry’s Barn. Let’s hope that she can get it sorted, because as all fans know, money troubles always bring plenty of drama. Speaking of money, Linda finds out that Johnny is also struggling. After a heart-to-heart with Grant, she decides that she’s going to sell her share of Fox & Hair to give Johnny the cash. In typical Johnny fashion, however, he doesn’t seem very appreciative, and this act may only drive a deeper wedge between mother and son.
Elsewhere, things continue to get heated as election time comes. Ian turns down Bea’s offer to launch a smear campaign against Elaine, only to later change his mind after a disastrous debate. Ian soon regrets it when the video gains traction online, but it may be too late to salvage this one…
Meanwhile, back at the Queen Vic, regular punters are starting to abandon their local, and Kat and Alfie are left incredibly annoyed. But where are the punters going? Let’s hope they can fix it and get everyone back into the pub for a pint!
There’s plenty more to come this week, as an emotional Kat visit Sam and Phil to try and find a way to support a grieving Julie, Sam is surprised to find a snoozing Denise in the salon, and Max and Cindy think about taking the next step in their relationship…
And it’s only April… sounds like it’s going to be a very busy summer down Walford way!
Kind Regards,
The Curator
Week Commencing: 4th May – 7th May 2026
Directed by: David Kester
Monday 4th May 2026
Written by: Katie Douglas
Nicola and George return home from hospital with the baby. Nicola is touched when she watches George being a father, although they fall out when she realises that George has missed calls on his phone.
Nicola assumes they’ll be from the hospital, but soon discovers the caller’s identity. She heads back to the hospital to confront the person – it’s Eddie Knight, who announces that he’s dying.
Meanwhile, Julie considers heading to the care home to pick up Nigel’s belongings alone, but Kat tips off Sam and Phil over her intentions. The two Mitchell siblings head to the care home to support Julie. When Julie finds a letter from Nigel, she can’t bear to read it.
Elsewhere, with Ian’s campaign starting to lag behind Elaine’s, ruthless Bea suggests spreading a smear campaign video about his rival.
Also today, Grant encourages Linda to pamper herself, while Kat and Alfie get annoyed when they find out that their regular punters are drinking at the allotments.
Tuesday 5th May 2026
Written by: Katie Douglas
Nicola is forced to come clean about her secret visit when George finds a parking ticket for the hospital.
George then goes to the hospital to see Eddie and is shocked to see how fragile he is. Gina and Kojo are stunned when they find out where George has gone.
Meanwhile, Oscar sneakily swaps Ian’s planned speech for the Walford debate. Elaine kindly steps in to put Ian at ease. However, Ian is ready to fight dirty again and gives Bea permission to post the smear video.
Elsewhere, Linda decides to sell her share of the salon after learning that Johnny has money worries.
Also today, Kat remains unhappy over Howie and Harvey’s secret allotment drinks.
Wednesday 6th May 2026
Written by: Lee Saczak
The anonymous smear video targeting Elaine spreads online. Elaine is oblivious and wishes Ian well on his campaign, so Ian feels guilty and decides to tell Bea to delete the video.
By the time Ian catches up with Bea, it’s already too late as Cindy has told Elaine about the video. Furious over this betrayal, Elaine confronts Ian.
Meanwhile, Linda offers to help Johnny with his financial issues by using the money from selling her share of the salon. Johnny refuses to accept, still unwilling to forgive Linda. Grant witnesses the trouble unfold and decides to give Johnny some home truths over the way he’s acting.
Elsewhere, George heads back to see Eddie one last time.
Also today, Gina and Harry are forced to come clean to Nicola over using money from the club, while Sam is confused to find Denise asleep in the salon.
Thursday 7th May 2026
Written by: Daran Little
The day of the election finally arrives. Ian tries to backtrack after his smear campaign, but Bea tries to draw in last-minute votes for Ian.
Although Ian and Elaine try to be civil with each other, it’s obvious that Elaine is still upset by Ian’s betrayal.
Meanwhile, Nicola tries to support George after recent events.
Elsewhere, tensions grow between Max and Linda. When a jealous Max asks Cindy to move in with him, she agrees.
Also today, Denise tells Sam that she has booked a doctor’s appointment to discuss her tiredness. Sam suggests that Jack should invest in the salon.
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