Today’s storylines from the UK and Australian soaps….
The dramas continue Mid-week in the street, the square, the dales, the cul-de-sac and the bay.
A Heartbreaking Journey and High-Stakes Decisions
ITV1/STV, 8pm stream on ITVX/STV Player or YouTube
The Platts face one of their most devastating days yet, as Shona and David prepare to learn the truth about their unborn baby’s condition.
The first half hour unfolds as a unique split-perspective episode, showing the same morning through both Shona and David’s eyes.
From Shona’s perspective, emotions are raw and overwhelming — she can’t understand how David seems so calm when their baby’s life could be hanging in the balance. Her frustration boils over, and in a moment of anguish, she orders him out of the car, declaring she doesn’t want him at the hospital.
We then see the same events from David’s point of view. Determined to stay strong for Shona, he hides his fear behind a façade of composure. Inside, though, he’s falling apart, struggling with the weight of what lies ahead.
Reality catches up with them both as the consultant delivers devastating news — the baby has a tumour on her neck. If they continue with the pregnancy, Shona will need complex surgery, and the tumour could be cancerous. As the enormity of the decision sinks in, Shona and David are left shattered — how can they move forward when their baby’s future is so uncertain?
Elsewhere on the Street, Will lies to Eva and Ben, claiming he’s at an athletics meeting in Leeds, though the truth is far less innocent. Kevin hosts a poker night, but when he raises the stakes by gambling his car, Sally grows increasingly worried about his behaviour. Meanwhile, Michael accidentally lets slip to Tyrone that Fiz had a meltdown at work, and Sally fills Tim in on the latest gossip — Lou’s facing court after a fight in prison.
Tensions, Goodbyes and Shocking Confrontations
BBC One, 7.30pm, stream on iPlayer
George and Junior are at breaking point as they struggle to stay civil after everything that’s happened. The tension reaches a peak when Junior reveals he’s made a life-changing decision — he’s booked a flight back to Dubai and accepted a new job there. The announcement leaves George torn between pride and heartbreak as he faces yet another painful goodbye.
But the pressure only mounts when George receives a message from Kobina: Kojo must return to Ghana. Already overwhelmed, George is left reeling as his family’s future threatens to unravel before his eyes.
Elsewhere, Denzel and Nugget take their teasing of Tommy too far, but Amy is taken aback when Vicki unexpectedly steps in to defend and support him. Later, Amy tells Vicki the truth — that Tommy kept Joel hidden for hours — prompting a furious Vicki to confront Tommy at The Vic.
As tensions flare, Kat steps in to defuse the situation, offering Vicki her support and a calming word, even as chaos brews around them.
Tensions Rise, Secrets Stir and Tempers Flare
E4 at 7pm, stream on Channel 4
Still grieving, Mercedes finds comfort in Warren’s support, grateful to have him close during such a painful time. Wanting to show her appreciation, she invites him to spend time with the Marias’ – but Gemma is watching every move, her motives far from clear. Later, Gemma seems unusually friendly towards Mercedes… but what’s really behind the sudden change of heart?
Elsewhere, Frankie’s excited but nervous about her date with Sully. When doubts creep in, Dillon steps up, offering to be her wingman in case things get awkward – but will his presence complicate matters further?
Meanwhile, Diane’s patience runs out with Ant’s constant phone use. When she confiscates it, refusing to hand it back, Ant’s temper begins to bubble dangerously beneath the surface.
At the same time, Goldie makes her feelings crystal clear – she blames Warren for Hunter’s death and vows to make sure his daughter knows exactly the kind of man her father really is.
And finally, Ro shocks Diane when he shows her an image Ant posted online on the day Tony was shot – a chilling picture of him holding a gun.
Robert opens up about his past life in prison…
ITV1/STV, 7.30pm, stream on ITVX/STV Player or YouTube
Robert Sugden in this special episode, featuring flashbacks, takes viewers behind the bars to explore what really happened during his six-year prison sentence.
Has his time inside changed him forever — or is Robert still the same man villagers knew before his downfall? This is the third of a special three editions of the saga that has focused on characters.
Bob Takes a Leap, Viv Crosses a Line, and Roisin Struggles
BBC Scotland Channel, 10 pm, across the UK on the iPlayer
There’s romance, desperation and unease in River City tonight as secrets and schemes continue to cause ripples through Shieldinch.
After a pep talk from Angus, Bob reluctantly gears himself up for a singles’ night. With nerves jangling and expectations low, he’s unsure if he’s ready to put himself back out there — but could the evening hold a surprise or two?
Elsewhere, Viv’s scheming to win Harry’s affection starts to backfire, pushing him even further away. Determined not to lose him, Viv takes matters into her own hands, resorting to desperate measures that could change everything.
Meanwhile, Roisin remains on edge following Mikey’s recent actions. The thought of how close he came to reporting Jonathon missing weighs heavily on her — and the pressure may be more than she can handle.
Love, lies and unease simmer beneath the surface and not everyone will come out unscathed.
Eden Panics Over Cash’s ‘Bad’ Vows as Wedding Festivities Kick Off
1:45pm on 5, 6pm on 5STAR, streams on 5 / First-look next episode, 6:30pm on 5Star
When Eden expresses her doubts about Abigail’s hen do plans, Cash reassures her that Tane’s buck’s night will be nothing more than footy and a few beers. But when he discovers Tane’s organised something far more elaborate, Cash grows uneasy. Later, after a chat with Eden about their vows, he realises the wedding should reflect their wishes — not anyone else’s.
The pair boldly ask Abigail and Tane to cancel both parties, unaware the pair have a secret Plan B in motion. Soon, Cash and Eden are surprised with a combined outdoor bash at the farm — complete with drinks, laughter, and a few heartfelt moments.
However, Eden’s vow-writing struggles continue to haunt her. Over dinner at Salt, she tries once again to coax Cash into showing her his vows, but he refuses. Back home, she snoops — and finally finds them. But instead of reassurance, she’s horrified.
Convinced Cash’s vows are terrible, Eden confides in John, begging him to intervene before Cash embarrasses himself. John refuses, insisting Cash’s words come from the heart. As the party gets underway, Eden can’t shake the dread — what if Cash really means every awkward word?
Meanwhile, Mackenzie and Levi are blissfully caught up in their baby joy after discovering they’re expecting. They plan to keep the news quiet for now, but when Mali accidentally finds the pregnancy test and assumes it’s Abigail’s, Mackenzie has to confess.
Overjoyed, Mali celebrates the secret with the couple, who admit it’s nice to have someone else in the loop. Though tempted to share their news at the party, Mackenzie and Levi decide to wait — this moment belongs to Eden and Cash.
Andrew’s Bombshell Shatters Ramsay Street
7.30 am streams on Prime Video
In front of stunned friends and family, Andrew finally comes clean to Wendy: he had an affair with Holly, and she’s pregnant with his child. The shocking truth leaves Wendy broken, while Sadie’s fury erupts as she confronts her best friend. Unable to even look at Holly, Sadie cuts her out of her life for good.
When Taye later reveals the clues that tied Andrew’s affair to the V Bar, Sadie questions whether Andrew’s confession was an attempt to control the narrative — but his silence says it all. Burdened by guilt and Greg’s blackmail, Andrew knows he’s out of chances. As Wendy throws him out and Sadie severs ties with Holly, Andrew realises there’s only one way forward: he must tell Cara that Greg is alive.
Meanwhile, Max arrives to the fallout, only to have Taye break the news of the affair. Reeling, he lashes out at Andrew before collapsing under the weight of heartbreak. Later, Max turns to Taye for support, drowning his sorrows as his world falls apart.
At the Kennedy house, Karl comforts a distraught Holly while Susan struggles to forgive. When Andrew visits to promise support for Holly and the baby, Karl privately challenges him — what was he thinking? Though furious, Karl sees shades of his own past mistakes in Andrew, while Susan quietly prioritises Holly’s wellbeing over her own emotions.
But in a moment of painful honesty, Holly admits to Susan and Karl that she’s still in love with Andrew — despite everything he’s done.
