The ITV soap’s longest serving character will not be seen on screen until historic rape charges have been answered

A storyline-led decision will see John Michie depart at the end of his contract

The actress also reveals that she wants her character to suffer heartbreak: "I'm hoping she ends up in the gutter"

A drunken night in the Vic has unexpected consequences in next week's episodes

Events take a worrying turn when David has a fit while out with Max and Joseph. Who will come to their rescue?

"It’s one of those soap stories where those watching at home know exactly what’s going on, but the people involved have no idea!"

"If he doesn’t finish the refurbishment, she’s ruined. The only way forward is to go into partnership," says actress Michelle Collins

29 April-3 May: Karl attempts to put a ring on Stella's finger in Weatherfield, while Sharon's addiction is increasingly hard to hide in Albert Square

After Stella tells Owen that she can't pay him, the volatile builder flies into a rage

But will anybody be there to rescue her?