Season 30

Pushed to breaking point, and with her loved ones' lives in danger as well as her own, a panicked Ronnie takes matters into her own hands, with serious consequences. Meanwhile Linda and Mick, unable to hide their opinions, make their daughter Nancy's big day unforgettable.

Nancy's presence at the Vic causes tension with the customers as well as within the Carter family.

Nancy's revelation continues to cause shockwaves within the Carter family, while an anxious Kat waits to hear some crucial news.

Linda struggles to deal with her feelings after discovering a secret. Realising Ian is having difficulty coping, Sharon gets him to talk about his emotions. Lola accidentally reveals her future plans to Billy, but will he offer her his support?

Ian has regrets about his past decisions; will the Beales pull him out of his funk? Max wants to cut his ties with Kirsty once and for all, but Kirsty has other ideas.

There is trouble brewing at the Branning house, but Lauren is surprised when some words of wisdom come from an unlikely source. Shirley and Tina try to take Johnny under their wing, but Linda has other ideas. The Beales have reason to celebrate, but is everyone as happy as they seem?

Johnny explodes when he sees some of the locals leering at his mum. Denise is upset that Ian does not appreciate her efforts, and Kirsty takes matters into her own hands.

Denise is consumed by guilt, but will she be able to make things right? With everything on her mind, Carol realises that she is not alone and has someone she can confide in. Whitney gives Johnny some advice, but will he take it?

Carol has some difficult choices to make when she realises there are a lot of changes on the horizon. Masood brings a surprise visitor home to see Tamwar, and it is not long before they are causing trouble. Sharon is shocked when she discovers something Phil has been hiding from her.

Carol makes a decision about her relationship with Masood, and seeks some comfort from a familiar face. Sharon confronts Phil about her trust issues, but is she prepared for what she could hear? Alfie becomes more and more desperate to make some cash, and gets a helping hand from Shirley.

After getting her feelings out in the open, Carol decides to do what is going to make her happy. Phil knows he has to show his commitment, but will he be honest? Masood struggles to come to terms with the changes in his life and takes extreme action.

Carol is shocked when she makes an unexpected discovery in her home. Kat is angry with Alfie when she learns that his plans to make money could take him away from the Square.

Jake and Lauren are distraught when their risky behaviour leads them into trouble. Carol tries to get to the bottom of her discovery. The Carters hatch a plan for revenge on Phil.

Max is livid, but will his actions expose Jake's lies? Carol is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery, and starts asking questions. Meanwhile, Linda is not happy when Mick asks Wayne to help out - but does he have an ulterior motive?

Lauren finds herself in a terrifying situation when she tries to do the right thing. Mick and Linda come up with a cunning plan to try and protect Nancy. And, seeing a business opportunity, Kat approaches Shirley.

Jake's behaviour becomes dangerous, leaving Lauren concerned. Max is furious when Lauren brings trouble to the Brannings' doorstep. Nancy discovers that revenge is sweet.

After the Carters experience the day from hell, Shirley makes a difficult decision for the sake of the family. Sharon is thrilled about a new business opportunity, but not everyone is so happy.

Shirley is forced to face the demons of her past in order to help her family. Johnny lifts Linda's low spirits when he comes up with a potential money-making scheme.

With recent events playing on her mind, Shirley gives her family an unexpected ultimatum. Tamwar is upset when he is betrayed, but does he know the full truth? After receiving a mysterious phone call, Poppy makes a big decision on Dot's behalf.

Mick is once again stuck between his wife and his sister, but whose side will he take? Nancy is forced to come clean to her family following recent events.

David finds himself the focus of someone's attentions, but will he be tempted? The Carters are thrown when a member of the family turns up out of the blue.

Masood's behaviour continues to spiral out of control, while Dexter tries his luck with Nancy and Shirley decides to make an important phone call.

Determined to cause mischief in Walford, Nikki continues to play with fire. Carol has a difficult day to face, and receives some much-needed comfort from an unlikely source.

David has a decision to make when Nikki approaches him with a life-changing proposition. A worried Fatboy seeks help from an unlikely source, and Whitney tries to help Johnny.

Kat is excited that Alfie is back, but she is left shell-shocked after a surprise encounter. Carol makes an important life decision, and Tamwar delivers an ultimatum.

Kat thinks she has seen someone unexpected on her way to meet Alfie, and Lucy is not happy when she cottons on to Danny's scheming ways. Max receives some displeasing news.

Kat is in turmoil over what to do, but she refuses to give up. Ian receives some worrying news about the restaurant, and a pressured Tamwar confides in his sister.

Kat continues in her quest and is delighted when she strikes gold, but has she gone too far? Shabnam puts her foot in it with Ian, and Lucy learns a few home truths about Danny.

Kat is determined to go through with her plan but she soon finds herself in an awkward predicament. A rattled Denise is confronted, but how will she respond? And after finding out the truth, Lucy seeks revenge.

The arrival of a guest at the Beales' highlights the tension between Ian and Denise, Kat continues with her plan, and the market traders band together to face an impending threat.

Kat is shocked by the arrival of an unexpected visitor. When Ian's behaviour reaches a new low, he is called on his misplaced priorities. And Linda devises a drastic plan.

Kat and Alfie are given some worrying information, and Kat has an idea. Ian makes a U-turn after receiving some home truths, but it may be too little, too late.

Stacey puts herself at great risk when she is forced to venture out from where she feels safe, and Kat takes matters into her own hands. Tina receives some valuable advice.

Against Alfie's advice, Kat considers making a deal with the devil. And Shirley is in for a shock when Tina invites a surprise guest to join them for dinner.

Alfie is put in a difficult position when a phone call is overheard, will he reveal all? Shirley gets more than she bargained for when she tries to intervene in Tina's life.

Whilst helping a friend, Tina is forced to take an urgent trip to the hospital, where she finds an unlikely friend. Alfie and Kat are fearful when they think their secret is out.

Ronnie and Roxy return to Walford, but Phil and Sharon worry when they learn what has happened whilst they have been away. Carol braces herself for her latest test results. The atmosphere is fraught between Kat and Alfie, and Ian tries to talk to Cindy.

Tensions run high in the Mitchell household, and Phil tries to hold everything together. Determined to get the truth, Ian jumps to conclusions.

Secrets and lies are about to be exposed, but what will the implications be for the Mitchells? Meanwhile, Ian causes havoc with his claims.

As recent news impacts upon the Butcher family, Bianca is forced to step in as the voice of reason when Terry's behaviour threatens to ruin a relationship.

Just as Roxy thinks things cannot get any worse, her past comes back to haunt her. Jane returns to Walford, and immediately has to stop Ian from making a mess of things again.

Ian and Sharon visit Dot and are concerned by her behaviour. Having astonished everyone with his unexpected actions, Ian is in for a shock himself.

To protect their mother, Sonia and Bianca make a pact to hide the truth. But they are not the only ones lying to Carol. It is judgement day for David, and Fatboy's plan backfires.

An unwell Carol's suspicions are aroused, but who can she trust? Kat is shocked by Max's actions, but knows she is in too deep. Jane comes face to face with an intruder.

A guilty Kat is torn about what she should do, but whose advice will she listen to? Max finds himself caught in a web of lies. Phil is concerned after seeing the lengths someone close to him will go to.

Kat makes a drastic decision, and there is no turning back. Alfie's past finally catches up with him, and he is given an ultimatum. Shabnam encourages Masood to start dating again.

Alfie knows what he has to do, but will he be able to go through with it? It is judgement day in Albert Square, and repercussions are felt all round.

The repercussions of the trial are felt all round. Dot has a worrying request for Charlie, but how will he react? After recent events, Alfie is forced to come clean.

Dot's friends are wary, but do they have cause for concern? Masood makes his feelings clear, but are they reciprocated? And Shabnam is unhappy with the latest developments.

It is a big day for Dot, but can those closest to her provide any support? Phil's actions cause trouble for himself and those around him, and Linda causes a rift with Johnny.

A distraught Dot struggles to come to terms with everything that has happened. Phil has got some explaining to do, but will Sharon forgive him? Cora pushes Patrick a step too far.

Mick's family loyalty is put to the test when he receives an unexpected call. Lucy's lies trip her up, but will she be able to salvage her plans for the business? Jane receives some unwanted attention.

Mick decides to delve further into his mysterious encounter, but will he get the answer he was hoping for? Denise and Shabnam hatch a plan, but what are Shabnam's true intentions? Linda's idea begins to take shape, but Johnny has second thoughts.

Tina's decision causes upset but she sticks to her guns, even after some home truths. Denise's dinner guests are left reeling by Jane's unexpected actions.

Lucy spends time with her friends, but it's clear she would rather be elsewhere. Mick is conflicted, and Johnny must face up to what he has done. Masood confronts Jane.

It's the last straw for Johnny when Linda takes her frustrations out on him, but there is even more drama ahead for the Carters. After an emotional day, Lauren gets some good news from Lucy. Having received some advice from Tina, Whitney realises what she has to do.

Haunted by her past, Bianca causes great upset when she jumps to the wrong conclusion. Linda is delighted by the latest turn of events, but Mick has some questions. Worried she is losing control of Roxy, Ronnie takes matters into her own hands.

It is an extremely difficult day for Bianca and Sonia, but what will the outcome be? Terry is left speechless by Bianca's decision. Max is thrilled by an unexpected visitor.

After a huge argument, Lola finds herself in a dangerous situation. Roxy tries to turn the tables on her sister but is unaware that Ronnie is still pulling the strings.

A horrified Ronnie is traumatised by her actions as terrible memories come flooding back. Mick is overcome with emotion after he finally gets the answers he has been looking for.

Tensions continue to rise at the Vic, and Stan is infuriated by his family's actions. Ian manages to upset his entire family. Will his and Denise's relationship survive? It's handbags at dawn as the fate of the market is revealed.

Max panics after receiving an unexpected email, while Stan finds himself in trouble with the law. And Lucy makes a decision about her love life, but is it the right one?

Fed up of Lucy being Ian's golden girl, Cindy decides it is time he learnt the truth. Lucy gets what she wants, but is she truly happy? Mick comes up with a cunning plan whilst doing his best to support his family.

Ian claims there's been a radiator leak at the restaurant. Peter's shocked when Ian shows him the drugs. After being caught out, Lucy's world comes crashing down around her.

Ian desperately tries to make amends for his actions, unaware that his world is about to change forever. Denise confides in Shabnam about her plans for the future.

A distraught Ian has to share some life-changing news with his family, and an unlikely local steps in to help when Lady Di goes into labour.

Furious with Cindy, Ian makes a drastic decision. When he finds it difficult to talk to his dad, Peter leans on an old friend. Denise is shocked when she learns the truth.

When the police arrive it becomes clear that more than one Walford resident is hiding something. Ian realises he has made a mistake, but is it too late? Terry is left delighted by an unforeseen development.

After recent events, Jane is torn about how to behave and makes a drastic decision. Peter is left devastated by some harsh comments, and it is judgement day for Kat.

Denise makes an important life choice and is thankful for a helping hand. Tina offers Sonia her support, but Sonia's reaction surprises her. Shabnam is overcome with guilt.

Ian and Peter are shocked when they learn about a new development concerning Lucy's death. After a startling accusation, David's suspicions grow as he decides to investigate.

Sonia and Bianca try to put their differences behind them for Carol's sake, but how long will it last? David delivers a shocking ultimatum to one of Walford's residents.

David makes a shocking discovery. Cora goes to extreme measures after coming to an upsetting realisation, and Bianca and Sonia are united as they are forced to face their fears.

Determined to uncover the truth, Lauren takes matters into her own hands. Shirley and Tosh declare war with one another, but who will come out victorious? Dexter makes a move on Nancy, but does she want the same things?

Lauren puts herself in a dangerous situation, despite Peter's protestations. As the two become closer, Dot is surprised by an unexpected proposal from Charlie. Trying to protect his family's interests, Les hatches a plan.

Fatboy stumbles across some suspicious activity, but is he jumping to conclusions? An unsettled David is put in a tricky situation, and Lola takes surprising action.

Lola is forced to defend her actions when her loyalty is questioned. Dot takes matters into her own hands, but will she get the answers she is looking for? David is caught out when he finds himself in a compromising situation.

The repercussions of Lauren's actions send shockwaves through Albert Square. Peter turns to Lauren for comfort, and Ian's grief forces Phil to make a drastic decision. An unexpected visitor takes the Carters by surprise.

When Shirley comes under fire, Mick's actions leave the family in shock. Peter has a bold idea to console his dad, but he doesn't get the reaction he was hoping for.

When Peter is given some unexpected news he tries to keep it from Ian. Shirley hits rock bottom, and receives support from an unlikely Walford resident.

Ian struggles with the final preparations for Lucy's funeral and flees to see a familiar face. Worried about Shirley, Mick is desperate to put things right and is surprised when Stan offers to help. Max is put in an awkward situation when Ian turns to him for comfort.

It is an emotional and dramatic day for the Beales as they pay their final respects to Lucy. After receiving some shocking news, a furious Phil takes matters into his own hands. After taking drastic action, Mick forces some home truths to be revealed.

Shirley turns to Phil in her hour of need, but will he be able to help her? David pulls out all the stops to ensure Carol has the hen party she deserves. Liam remains unconvinced that David is telling the truth and is caught out when he tries to intervene.

After doing some digging, Bianca realises she has been taken for a fool, but how will she react? Suspicions are rife in the Carter household as it seems that more than one person is being deceitful. Still shocked about the discovery he has made, Tamwar confronts the culprit.

Chaos descends on the Butcher household as Carol and David's wedding day arrives - will the day run as smoothly as planned? Stan makes Dean an offer he can't refuse. Sharon tries to talk to Ian but will her words have the impact she desires?

Ian's behaviour causes Sharon to fear the worst, leaving Phil to take action. Shirley takes matters in to her own hands to help Mick out, but he is less than happy when he realises the lengths she has gone to.

The Butcher household comes to terms with recent events.

Billy is shattered when he is given some life-changing news. Sharon is determined to support Ian and takes matters into her own hands, with some unexpected results. Bianca worries about the financial implications of recent events.

Tina is under pressure to impress Tosh, but will she fall at the last hurdle? An impulsive decision by Billy sees him playing with fire. Sharon's attempts to get Ian to open up do not go to plan, but is Ian telling the truth?

Dean continues to meddle in Tina and Tosh's relationship. A desperate Billy resorts to extreme measures, and Bianca makes a risky choice despite Alfie's concerns.

Trying to put things right, Tina devises a cunning plan. Peter puts himself in a dangerous situation and has an unexpected request for Lauren, but will she go through with it?

Peter and Lauren are determined to get answers about the night Lucy died. Meanwhile, Max makes a shocking revelation in a bid to protect his family, and Sonia is put in an awkward situation when she is exposed by Tosh.

After Max's revelation, Abi asks her dad if there is anything else she needs to know. Sonia's evening takes an unexpected turn when she finds herself giving Tina advice.

After receiving more information, the police return to Walford to clarify a couple of statements. Suspicious of Aleks' behaviour, Roxy plays detective but is shocked by what she discovers. Tina and Tosh are faced with the reality of parenthood when they babysit Amy.

An angry Roxy is on the warpath, but will she be able to forgive? Lauren takes charge of a risky situation, but will she get the answers she is looking for?

An event at the Albert takes a turn for the worse for Sharon and Johnny. As everything gets on top of Ian, an unlikely Walford resident comes to his aid.

Phil is fraught after being given some devastating news. Ian starts to panic when events come back to haunt him.

Phil allows Shirley to take charge, but learns more than he expected to. Johnny is left humiliated by Linda's actions. Shocked by Les's revelation, is Peter being lied to?

Shirley forces Phil to reveal his true feelings. The Carters help Dean prepare the salon for its opening. After some home truths, Ian's attempt at spontaneity doesn't go to plan.

Ronnie is forced to reconsider her priorities, Tina and Tosh take the first steps to starting a family, and Nancy gets a shock when she discovers that Johnny is hiding a secret.

It's the grand opening of Dean's salon but will Shirley's actions jeopardise its future? Linda's behaviour causes Johnny to make a drastic decision.

With tensions running high at the Vic, will Stan be able to repair his family with a trip down memory lane? Phil is shocked when he wakes to find an intruder in his house.

Alfie's latest money-making scheme leads him to make a shocking discovery. Carol makes a decision about her treatment, but how will the rest of her family react?

Carol makes a surprising discovery about Charlie.

Carol faces the day where her life will change forever.

Dean is left furious after a shocking development.

Alfie comes up with a scheme but his day doesn't go as planned.

Ian is feeling the pressure and his actions land another Walford resident in trouble.

Linda receives a surprising phone call that shakes her to the core.

Linda is distraught when a former ally makes a damning revelation.

The future of Abi and Jay's relationship is in question as they both keep secrets from each other. Under pressure, a tense Linda struggles to keep things together. Stressed Ian receives a lifeline, but his joy is short-lived.

Mick invites Dean and Stacey round for drinks, leaving Linda feeling uncomfortable.

Tamwar is stunned when Shabnam reveals a surprise for his birthday.

It is time for Kat to go home, but where is home now?

Denise is panicked by her discovery and seeks advice from Masood.

A distraught Ian faces a tough decision that could tear his family apart. Ben makes a shocking confession to Ian, but how will his brother react?

Curiosity gets the better of Ian when he decides to look through Lucy's mobile phone, however nothing can prepare him for what he is about to discover. Denise finally decides to take matters in her own hands, but things don't go quite to plan.

Peter returns from New Zealand determined to put a plan into action. Carol and Tina are concerned for Sonia when she returns from her course looking the worse for wear. Where has she really been? Charlie gives Aleks an ultimatum when he is introduced to his wife.

Lee thinks he has discovered another twist in the murder enquiry.

Aleks' worlds collide when Roxy and Marta come face to face.