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items: Coronation Street and Emmerdale caught in another ITV schedule shake-up tonight – when are they next on?
items: 5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Robert Sugden is caught out and Cain Dingle is hit by a car
items: Emmerdale favourite tipped for exit after 8 years in ITV soap as character set to be written out
items: Who is guilty of poisoning in Emmerdale as iconic character's life hangs in the balance in ITVX release?
items: Emmerdale airs sick new low for Joe Tate in Dingle feud during early ITX release
items: 4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Kim Tate has a near-death experience in poisoning plot
items: Emmerdale's Kim Tate tightens her grip on Home Farm amid Graham Foster threat in early ITVX release
items: Major Emmerdale character returns as Rhona Goskirk's loyalty to Marlon Dingle is tested in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale airs major exit as fan favourite commits the ultimate sacrifice to save Bear Wolf in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale reveals unexpected plan to save Bear Wolf from imprisonment in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale icon Eric Pollard heartbroken after making sad discovery in early ITVX release
items: 4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Distraught Cain Dingle makes a move on Charity in two-hander episode
items: Emmerdale's Joe Tate left furious by surprising Kim discovery in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale star teases return to soap over 9 months after character exit
items: Emmerdale spoilers for this week as Robert Sugden moves into Butler's Farm amid new Joe Tate plot
items: Emmerdale airs devastating Bear Wolf twist after secure mental health unit update in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale airs shock passion for Graham Foster after Rhona Goskirk ultimatum in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale to air "powerful moment" for Robert Sugden and Aaron Dingle as legendary farm moniker returns after 24 years
items: Emmerdale's Moira Dingle makes a mammoth decision concerning her future in early ITVX release
items: 5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Paddy Dingle and Dylan Penders charged after huge Bear Wolf mistake
items: Emmerdale airs emotional Cain and Moira Dingle two-hander as he reveals full diagnosis in early ITVX release
items: Coronation Street and Emmerdale stars confirmed for contract changes as cast appearances set to reduce
items: Coronation Street and Emmerdale dropped from ITV tonight in schedule shake-up
items: Emmerdale favourite confirmed for break from soap after a year in the role – as ITV soaps change cast rules
items: Emmerdale's Cain Dingle told to admit defeat amid war with Joe Tate in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale's Cain Dingle branded a "coward" as Sarah Sugden fumes over his secret in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale's Sarah Sugden caught out over desperate illegal behaviour in early ITVX release
items: 5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Cain Dingle bravely opens up to Moira about his aggressive cancer diagnosis
items: Emmerdale airs Paddy Dingle twist as incriminating new evidence found in early ITVX release
items: Emmerdale's Bear Wolf violently attacks another villager in early ITVX release

Coronation Street and Emmerdale caught in another ITV schedule shake-up tonight – when are they next on?
type: item
date: 2026-03-31T10:27:52.000Z
creator: Molly Moss
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
subject: On demand
description: Both episodes have been postponed.
encoded: In another major ITV scheduling shake-up tonight (Tuesday 31 March), episodes of Coronation Street and Emmerdale have been postponed. Both shows usually air every weeknight for 30 minutes, with Emmerdale typically airing at 8pm and Corrie following at 8.30pm. However, neither show will air in their usual slots on Tuesday night to make way for ITV coverage of England’s friendly against Japan at Wembley, which is set to begin at 7pm and run until 10.05pm. Instead, the episodes have been postponed until Sunday, with Emmerdale set to air at 7pm on ITV that day, followed by Corrie at 7.30pm. Fans will be pleased to hear that Wednesday's episodes of both soaps are scheduled as normal. However, there are more scheduling shake-ups on the horizon later this week, with both soaps set to air half an hour earlier than usual on Thursday. Emmerdale will air at 7.30pm on Thursday, and Corrie at 8pm, making way for a repeat of Vera at 8.30pm until 10.25 on the channel. And there will be another repeat of the popular crime drama at the same time on ITV on Friday, meaning that Corrie and Emmerdale will once again air in those earlier time slots. Read more: 7 Coronation Street spoilers next week: Carl Webster double-crosses Theo Silverton and Maggie confesses Coronation Street airs huge discovery for Gary Windass as Theo Silverton caught out in early ITVX release Coronation Street and Emmerdale caught in schedule shake-up tonight as episodes pulled from usual slot Who is guilty of poisoning in Emmerdale as iconic character's life hangs in the balance in ITVX release? Emmerdale airs sick new low for Joe Tate in Dingle feud during early ITX release 4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Distraught Cain Dingle makes a move on Charity in two-hander episode Coronation Street airs weeknights at 8:30pm and from 7am on ITVX. Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1 and from 7am on ITVX. Add Coronation Street and Emmerdale to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for dai…

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5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Robert Sugden is caught out and Cain Dingle is hit by a car
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date: 2026-03-30T23:00:20.000Z
creator: Laura Denby
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
description: Kerry takes a stand, Pollard is too hasty and Rhona makes her choice.
encoded: Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley) is forced to drop a bombshell next week, when teaming up with former nemesis Ross Barton (Michael Parr) backfires. Elsewhere, Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) is in grave danger when he's left for dead! Meanwhile, Kerry Pollard (Laura Norton) tries to help Jacob Sugden (Joe-Warren Plant) at the hospital, as Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell) realises he's gone too far. Also, Rhona Goskirk (Zoë Henry) decides between husband Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) and her ex, Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough). Read on for all your Emmerdale spoilers for 5 April to 10 April 2026. 5 Emmerdale spoilers next week 1. Robert Sugden is caught out as he and Ross Barton form an unlikely team Robert hatches a plan, and joins forces with Ross to bring Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) down. At Home Farm, Ross and Robert try to hack into Joe's laptop, but Robert is caught in the act by Joe's fiancée Dawn Fletcher (Olivia Bromley). A flustered Robert decides to come clean to Dawn, telling her that Joe has a video of Victoria (Isabel Hodgins) and John (Oliver Farnworth) that he needs to delete. Faced with yet more evidence of Joe's vile nature, how will Dawn react? Will she choose to help Robert? 2. Cain Dingle is hit by a car after surprise Moira Dingle reunion Cain is rocked by news from Moira that her murder charges will likely be dropped - but she still faces complicity in modern slavery. Moira also needs an MRI scan at the hospital, and Cain feels he can't tell her about his imminent surgery, worrying it'll be too much for his wife. Then Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) comes up with a plan for Cain and Moira to be alone at the hospital. The couple become intimate, and Cain finally confides his fears about his operation. Moira assures him they'll face it together, and Cain's spirits are much higher when they part. Cain gives son Kyle Winchester (Huey Quinn) the keys to his newly-running car before heading to the hospital. But while he's on the phone with Moira, telling her he th…

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Emmerdale favourite tipped for exit after 8 years in ITV soap as character set to be written out
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T16:18:57.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: A sad day for Corrie fans.
encoded: Olivia Bromley has reportedly been axed from Emmerdale, after playing Dawn Taylor for eight years. The long-standing character was introduced in 2018 and has been at the heart of some of the ITV soap's biggest storylines. But according to The Sun, producers have decided to part ways with the actress and the character entirely. A source told the publication: "Olivia is adored by everyone at Emmerdale so the decision to axe her has not gone down well at all. "She's a popular member of the cast and if they can get rid of Olivia, then the feeling is virtually no-one is safe." The source added that Bromley was understanding of the decision that's been made and is preparing to film her exit in a couple of months. ITV declined to comment when approached by Radio Times. During her time on Emmerdale, Dawn found her way out of drug addiction and prostitution, managed to escape a gang, killed DI Malone and even engaged in a cover-up with Harriet Finch. She then had an affair with her step-brother, Jamie Tate, before entering into a relationship that she's currently in with Joe Tate. Fans will have to stay tuned to find out what Dawn's final months on screen have in store for her. Read more: Emmerdale airs sick new low for Joe Tate in Dingle feud during early ITX release 4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Distraught Cain Dingle makes a move on Charity in two-hander episode Emmerdale's Joe Tate left furious by surprising Kim discovery in early ITVX release Emmerdale airs Paddy Dingle twist as incriminating new evidence found in early ITVX release Emmerdale airs weeknights at 8pm on ITV1. Stream on ITVX. Add Emmerdale to your watchlist on the Radio Times: What to Watch app – download now for daily TV recommendations, features and more. Check out more of our Soaps coverage or visit our TV Guide and Streaming Guide to find out what's on. For more TV recommendations and reviews, listen to The Radio Times Podcast.

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Who is guilty of poisoning in Emmerdale as iconic character's life hangs in the balance in ITVX release?
type: item
date: 2026-03-30T11:09:16.000Z
creator: Laura Denby
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: News
description: Warning: contains spoilers for Emmerdale episode, airing Monday 30 March on ITV and ITVX.
encoded: **Warning: Contains spoilers for today's (Monday 30 March 2026) episode of Emmerdale, now available on ITVX** One of Emmerdale's most legendary characters has been struck down by a bout of poisoning in the latest episode (30 March), but the question is, who is responsible? With the Dingles and the Tates embroiled in yet another feud, Lydia Dingle (Karen Blick) was determined that a special meal with Kim (Claire King) must resolve hostilities. Kim was on board, although Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) wasn't convinced her visit was a good idea. Sam Dingle (James Hooton) foraged for mushrooms, Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) made apple turnovers and Ruby Miligan (Beth Cordingly) brought some apparently high-quality wine. All seemed to be going well until Kim made a toast, and began choking. When Kim collapsed, Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) stepped in and she was taken to hospital. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Lydia explained the events of the day to trainee doctor Jacob Sugden (Joe-Warren Plant), while Graham and Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham) heard of Kim's condition and rushed to see her. At Wishing Well cottage, the Dingles mulled over what had happened, and Sam asked Cain about the mushrooms, as he had told Sam where to pick them. Cain replied that all Sam needed to know was that the mushrooms were safe — but as Cain looked on with a dark expression, is he being honest? Given all that's gone on between his family and the Tates of late, could he have targeted Kim in revenge? Graham had previously warned that the Dingles might poison Kim, and as her condition hung in the balance, he vowed to unmask the poisoner. Who tried to kill Kim? Read more: Emmerdale airs sick new low for Joe Tate in Dingle feud during early ITX release 4 Emmerdale spoilers next w…

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Emmerdale airs sick new low for Joe Tate in Dingle feud during early ITX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-29T06:30:03.000Z
creator: Helen Daly
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: contains spoilers for Emmerdale's episode, airing Sunday 29 March on ITV and ITVX.
encoded: Tensions are almost always simmering between the Dingles and the Tates on Emmerdale, but during Sunday 29 March's episode, the feud hit boiling point. At the heart of events was of course, Joe Tate (played by Ned Porteous), who seemed to be revelling in securing Butlers Farm and got the workmen in to demolish anything he didn't like - including Holly Barton's (Sophie Powles) memorial. Kim (Claire King) had previously made a promise to Moira (Natalie J Robb) that she wouldn't do anything to the special site and would leave it untouched. Joe, however, didn't show the same respect to Moira and the dreadful sight was found by Matty (Ash Palmisciano) who reported it to the Dingle family immediately. With Moira in prison currently for crimes she didn't even commit and Cain going through cancer treatment, the timing (while it would never be ideal), couldn't be worse. The Dingles stormed round to confront Kim and Graham (Andrew Scarborough) about the scene and while Joe didn't confess what he'd done, Graham knew immediately who it was. There's one thing about the Dingles - no one should ever underestimate them, especially when they're fighting for justice for one of their own. Watch out, Joe, if they ever find out it was him... Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Next week, we know from Emmerdale spoliers that Kim will find herself hospitalised after a suspected poisoned during a meal between the feuding families. Will she pull through unscathed? Will Joe live to regret his nasty antics? Read more: 4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Distraught Cain Dingle makes a move on Charity in two-hander episode Emmerdale's Joe Tate left furious by surprising Kim discovery in early ITVX release Emmerdale airs Paddy Dingle twist as incriminating new evidence found in early ITVX rel…

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4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Kim Tate has a near-death experience in poisoning plot
type: item
date: 2026-03-24T00:01:59.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Tracy leaves the village, and there's a special Paddy and Marlon episode.
encoded: Emmerdale appears to be taking a rather pointed cue from streaming sensation Death Cap: The Mushroom Murders next week, as scenes eerily echo the real-life 2023 poisonings in Leongatha, Australia. What begins as a well-intentioned dinner served up by Lydia Dingle (Karen Blick) - designed to ease the simmering hostility between the Dingles and the Tates - quickly turns sinister, and Kim Tate (Claire King) falls to the floor choking. Fingers are pointed as it's suspected she's ate some dodgy mushrooms! Meanwhile, Tracy Robinson (Amy Walsh) has one request before her exit, Jacob Sugden (Joe-Warren Plant) makes an alarming discovery at work, and there's another special two-hander episode between some iconic Dingles. Here's everything you need to know about the episodes of Emmerdale airing between Sunday 29 March and Friday 3 April. 4 Emmerdale spoilers for next week 1. Kim Tate is poisoned amid her family's war with the Dingles If things between the Dingles and the Tates couldn't get any worse, Joe sends shockwaves through the village when he orders workmen to bulldoze one of Butlers Farm’s old fields - including the late Holly Barton's memorial. Meanwhile, Kim steels herself for a bold move, heading to Wishing Well Cottage despite Graham’s reservations. Lydia is determined to make a meal that will build bridges, though just as things start to thaw, Kim suddenly chokes and collapses. Panic erupts as Cain and Liam rush her unconscious body to hospital, while back at the house, suspicion spreads like wild fungi. Graham grows increasingly uneasy when Jacob reveals Kim's symptoms point to severe mushroom poisoning. With tensions at boiling point, the suspects convene in The Woolie back room, and it doesn’t take long for Cain and Caleb to clash. When Graham confirms the mushroom theory, suspicion turns sharply to Sam. Cain is blindsided when his brother admits that he was told where to forage, and even suggests to the Tates that Cain may have wanted Kim dead. At the hospital…

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Emmerdale's Kim Tate tightens her grip on Home Farm amid Graham Foster threat in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-23T11:03:15.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: If there's one person in Emmerdale village that you don't mess with, it's Kim Tate (Claire King)! The soap legend has been forced to defend her decision to bestow manor house Home Farm to Lydia Dingle (Karen Blick) upon her death. While the rest of her multi-million pound empire will be distributed between her grandchildren – including Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) – he's wasn't pleased to learn that his home would be taken from beneath him. Kim changed her will a number of months ago, following a near-death experience that left her reevaluating her outlook on life. Although the Tates have crossed the Dingles multiple times, she wanted to give Lydia and husband Sam (James Hooten) a slice of her wealth that would forever change their fortunes. The information only reached Joe when a scorned Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) went digging in Kim's office, and came across a copy of the legally binding document. Graham was annoyed that he'd spent the night in Kim's bed, missing out on a potential opportunity to reunite with Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry). He was also dismayed to learn that Kim had no intentions of pursuing anything serious beyond their brief passion. Now seemingly aware that Graham is working with Joe to try and change her mind about Lydia's inheritance, Kim has decided to ruffle some feathers and introduce a new face into the already complicated family dynamic. While having a drink in The Woolpack, Ross Barton (Michael Parr) reminded her that he was once her 'Director of Operations' at Home Farm, and that he'd be more than happy to take on the position again. After securing their deal, Ross headed up to the manor house and announced his career move. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. The rest of the clan were not happy. Dawn Fletcher (Olivia Bromley) ord…

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Major Emmerdale character returns as Rhona Goskirk's loyalty to Marlon Dingle is tested in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-20T10:15:33.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 7.30pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: A lot can happen in 24 hours - and Emmerdale is no exception to that! Today's episode kicked off with Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry) placing a mystery call, asking the recipient to let her know if they'd managed to track down missing Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle). This comes following his swift exit from the village, believing that he was responsible for the turmoil that Ray Walters (Joe Absolom) bestowed on his neighbours. After packing his belongings, he posted a brown envelope into a postbox and wandered off into the night. Picking up the phone to say goodbye to girlfriend April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan), he said that he'd made a written confession to Ray's murder, hoping that it would free the real culprit - Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) - from spending the rest of his life behind bars. April begged him to stay, but he insisted that he had already been too much of a burden and had to go. Marlon (Mark Charnock), Paddy (Dominic Brunt) and Mandy Dingle (Lisa Riley) had spent the night scouring Leeds and the surrounding area to no avail. April said that it was time to give up, and that he didn't want to be found. It was a race against time as he was due to report at the police station later that day. He and Paddy had confessed to perverting the course of justice and helping Bear dispose of Ray's body. Rhona then met up with ex-boyfriend Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough), pleading with him to help track Dylan down. She knew he had contacts, and that, given his devotion to her, he would do anything to try and make things right for her. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. He realised that, given her commitment to Marlon, she must be desperate. Later that day, Graham fulfilled his promise to find Dylan. He wandered into Smithy Cottage like nothing had happened, but was …

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Emmerdale airs major exit as fan favourite commits the ultimate sacrifice to save Bear Wolf in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-19T11:42:30.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Thursday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: An unexpected character has confessed to Ray Walters's (Joe Absolom) murder in Emmerdale, desperate to save Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) from spending the rest of his days behind bars. They then ran off into the night, attempting to avoid the consequences themselves. After Bear throttled Ray at the beginning of January, his family have been on a turbulent journey to prove that he acted in self-defence. Unfortunately, earlier this week, Bear told fearsome DS Walsh (Amanda Ryan) that he intentionally committed the murder. The detective had concluded that he couldn't have acted alone, as he was unable to tie the same knot used to wrap up the body. With the evidence stacked against him, he felt that there was nowhere left to turn. He also felt that it would help Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) and Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle), who were apprehended for perverting the course of justice. Earlier this week, Aaron (Danny Miller) and Mandy Dingle (Lisa Riley) formed a plan that they hoped would help end the madness. They wanted Laurel Thomas (Charlotte Bellamy) to say that Ray was planning to kill Dylan, and that Bear had lashed out to protect him. She was fearful that she could be caught, and would also face similar charges. Her son Archie (Alfie Clarke) stepped in, saying that he was prepared to lie to the police, as he actually was one of the last people to see him alive. In today's episode, Paddy and Dylan were bailed, but were confused by Mandy's absence. Laurel was also trying to locate Arthur, and after using a tracking app on her phone, she realised that he was at Hotten Police Station. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. The group raced over to stop them, and were relieved to see that Arthur had suffered second thoughts about speaking to the police. Although Mandy…

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Emmerdale reveals unexpected plan to save Bear Wolf from imprisonment in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-18T14:23:24.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Wednesday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: There could still be hope for imprisoned Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) in Emmerdale ahead of his murder trial. Earlier in the year, the character escaped his enslavement on Ray Walters's (Joe Absolom) farm and throttled the villain, as a horrified Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) and Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) watched on. They then helped to bundle his body into the back of Jai Sharma's (Chris Bisson) depot van. After weeks of trying to keep the crime under wraps, Bear crumbled under the pressure and confessed everything to his therapist. He then picked up the phone and called the police. Breaking his bail conditions, Bear was taken back into custody and new evidence proved that he did not act alone. Because he couldn't tie the same knot that was used to wrap up Ray's body, fearsome DS Walsh (Amanda Ryan) knew that he was lying. Knowing that the chances of him getting a self-defence charge were slim, Paddy and Dylan decided to hand themselves in to the police. They were subsequently charged with perverting the course of justice, as their desperate family scrambled to try and find a way to free them. The solicitor explained that if it could be proven that Ray was looking to harm Dylan on the day of his death, the jury might believe that Bear was forced to lash out to protect the youngster. In today's episode, Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) suggested to Paddy's terrified wife Mandy (Lisa Riley) that they could get someone to lie, and their attention soon turned to Laurel Thomas (Charlotte Bellamy). Her son Arthur (Alfie Clarke) urged his mother to do it, pointing out what a positive effect it could have on the village. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Despite that, she was fearful of being implicated herself, and chose not to go through with the Dingles' request. A…

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Emmerdale icon Eric Pollard heartbroken after making sad discovery in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-17T12:48:45.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Tuesday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITV1.
encoded: He's been a resident of Emmerdale village for 40 years, and during that time, Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell) has made some pretty heartless moves. Always poking himself into other people's business, making ruthless business decisions and getting on the wrong side of his neighbours, Pollard finally revealed his softer side during his marriage to fifth wife Val. The cheeky and colourful Geordie made him more of a family man, and during the years that followed they welcomed a number of troubled youngsters – namely Amy Barton, into their home. In a shock twist last year, he walked down the aisle for the sixth time, this time tying the knot with the late Amy's mother Kerry Wyatt (Laura Norton). The marriage was purely one of convenience, with the pair deciding that it would be the best way for Pollard to squirrel money towards grandson Jacob Sugden (Joe Warren-Plant) in the event that his wife Sarah (Katie Hill) suffered an untimely death. She lives with Fanconi anaemia, which causes bone marrow failure and significantly increases her risk of developing cancer. Sarah recently underwent an hysterectomy after being diagnosed with cervical cancer. Despite Pollard and Kerry's relationship being purely platonic, they've still maintained the pretence that they're devoted to one another, and have moved into the same home. She, meanwhile, has been secretly hooking up with her boss Jai Sharma (Chris Bisson). The two have been at it for months, initially calling time on the fling because they were concerned that the other workers at Caleb Miligan's (William Ash) depot would find out. However, in recently weeks, the spark has been reignited – and they're sneaking off to Pollard's old house to fall into one another's arms. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Jai's teenage son…

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4 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Distraught Cain Dingle makes a move on Charity in two-hander episode
type: item
date: 2026-03-17T00:01:57.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
description: The battle between Dingles and Tates continues, and Kim is conflicted by her feelings for Graham.
encoded: It's Scooby-Doo meets soap opera in Emmerdale next week, as a classic Dingle decoy is used against Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) when Belle (Eden Taylor-Draper) makes off with the eponymous farm's cattle. She'll probably get away with it too, if it isn't for those meddling Tates! Cain (Jeff Hordley) is still deeply troubled by his various woes, and after a sad meeting at a support group for cancer patients, he hits the bottle. A special two-hander episode follows, and Charity (Emma Atkins) gets more than she bargained for when he tries it on with her, and soon realises that he's actively working against himself. Elsewhere, Kerry Wyatt (Laura Norton) is stunned by Jai Sharma's (Chris Bisson) behaviour, and Kim Tate (Claire King) is forced to confront some underlying feelings for Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough). Here's everything you need to know about the episodes of Emmerdale airing between Monday 23 and Thursday 26 March. 4 Emmerdale spoilers for next week 1. The war rumbles on between the Dingles and the Tates Joe twists the knife on Robert and Aaron by blackmailing them with a devastating move - he's sold their cattle herd, which wasn’t even included in their lease. Robert is left with little choice but to stand aside as Joe pushes ahead, though Aaron’s heartfelt reminder about everything their family has fought for steels Robert’s determination to keep the farm alive. Mackenzie and Matty soon reveal they’ve secretly been helping Sam keep the Dingle Farm dream afloat, but Joe’s plan to sell the herd threatens to ruin everything. Cain remains fiercely determined to make the farm a success, yet when Mack reports that sky-high prices mean they can’t afford a full herd themselves, he's devastated. Matters spiral when Sam forgets a crucial meeting about the farm machinery, prompting Cain to resolve that the “farm dream is over” before storming out. That night, a hooded figure creeps onto Emmerdale Farm under the cover of darkness. Robert and Aaron are blindsided when Mat…

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Emmerdale's Joe Tate left furious by surprising Kim discovery in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-03-16T12:17:35.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: After weeks of trying to turn Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) against his step-grandmother Kim (Claire King) in Emmerdale, Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) may have finally found the key to discredit her. It's hard to believe that just days ago, Kim and Graham were unable to resist temptation and fell into one another's arms again. The next day, it was clear that they weren't actively looking to pursue something serious and he told Joe that he still had eyes for ex-girlfriend Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry). Kim confided in best friend Lydia Dingle (Karen Blick) that she'd seen a number of missed calls and messages from Rhona on Graham's phone, and she was now left doubting whether she should've fallen for his advances. With that in mind, the battle continues, and he's back to his old tricks. In today's episode, Kim visited Lydia at Wishing Well Cottage and told her that she was planning to keep her heart firmly closed to Graham. She was deeply regretting what had happened, and was now wanting to put it in the past. Meanwhile, at Home Farm, trouble was brewing. Joe had become fed up of Graham's constant attempts at trying to make Kim look like a bad person. Although there was bad blood between them both in the past, they've now made amends and are living somewhat harmoniously together. However, Graham had done some digging through Kim's safe and had found her will. The document stated that her fortune will be equally shared with her grandchildren, while her plush property would be bestowed to the Dingles. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. This directly contradicted what Joe believed. He thought that he would be the one to inherit Home Farm, and it's safe to say he wasn't a happy man! As viewers will remember, Kim changed her will in December, shortly after a lethal in…

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Emmerdale star teases return to soap over 9 months after character exit
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date: 2026-03-15T11:25:45.000Z
creator: Morgan Cormack
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: It looks like one familiar face may be returning to the Dales.
encoded: It was never set to be a permanent exit, but it looks as though actress Georgia Jay is gearing up for her return to Emmerdale after leaving the soap to go on maternity leave. The actress, who plays Steph Milligan, has teased her return to the soap with a sneaky snap on Instagram. In the photo, Jay can be seen in a salon chair about to start reading a blurred-out script, which many have taken to mean it could be indicating that Jay is reading for upcoming Emmerdale episodes. One user commented: "That best be an Emmerdale script," while another admitted that they "can't wait to see you back on Emmerdale soon". So, it's safe to say that fans are clamouring for Steph to make her anticipated return to the dramatic Yorkshire fold following her departure last year. The character was previously on screen in August when Steph was struggling with many factors in her life, resulting in a breakdown. The character then departed for a retreat in Rome after also finding out that her ex Ross (Mike Parr) had slept with Manpreet (Rebecca Sarker), further adding to Steph's stresses. In real life, the storyline acted as a way for Jay to depart on maternity leave and have her baby. Since her introduction in 2024, Jay's character has been involved in a number of notable storylines, so it's no wonder fans are excited for her return. But as of now, there's been no word on just when that'll be – although with her seemingly ready to head back to work, it likely won't be long before we hear more about her Emmerdale future. It was recently announced that ITV had made some cast cutbacks for both Coronation Street and Emmerdale, which will see a reduction in their yearly episode count. Speaking after the new schedule was announced, Kevin Lygo, ITV's Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, said: "The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. "We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX, and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most dig…

Emmerdale spoilers for this week as Robert Sugden moves into Butler's Farm amid new Joe Tate plot
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date: 2026-03-14T18:49:57.000Z
creator: Lewis Knight
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: A new era is set to begin for 'Emmerdale Farm'.
encoded: It's the dawn of a new era this week on Emmerdale. The ITV soap will see a big change at Butler's Farm in the coming days after Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) decided to give up the home she has had since arriving in the village in 2009 to ease the burden on her family, as husband Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) deals with his prostate cancer diagnosis. As a result, Moira finally gave in and accepted the Tate family's offer for the farm, with Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) especially delighted to get the land. Joe then installed his conflicted accomplice in framing Moira for involvement in Celia Daniels's modern slavery operation, Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley), back in the farm that was once run by the Sugdens. Disowned by his uncle Cain, Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) felt guilty but ultimately stood by his soulmate, Robert. Now, this week, Cain will decide to move his family into the Dingle Homestead, and when he goes to the Woolpack later, he is hardly in the mood for celebrating, despite being with his extended family. The Dingles are suspicious when Joe arrives and offers Cain's sister-in-law, Lydia Dingle (Karen Blick), an apology for his past behaviour and a pay rise. Joe's actions also court the suspicions of his step-grandmother, Kim Tate (Claire King), too. The time soon comes for Cain to sadly leave Butler's Farm behind, with Robert then swiftly and rather uncomfortably replacing the Dingles that once lived there. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. However, keen to restore some goodwill and also to gain an experienced farmhand, Robert soon offers Moira's son, Matty Barton (Ash Palmisciano), a job on the farm if he wants it. Will Matty accept? Cain and his struggling sons soon arrive at the Dingle Homestead, with Cain resolving to carve out their future with a new …

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Emmerdale airs devastating Bear Wolf twist after secure mental health unit update in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-03-13T11:30:21.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) has been dealt a devastating blow in Emmerdale after visiting his dad Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) in his secure mental health unit. Earlier in the year, Bear - who was enslaved on Ray Walters's (Joe Absolom) farm - escaped captivity and later throttled the villain, as a horrified Paddy and Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) watched on. They then helped to bundle his body into the back of Jai Sharma's (Chris Bisson) depot van. After weeks of trying to keep the crime under wraps, Bear crumbled under the pressure and confessed everything to his therapist. He then picked up the phone and called the police. Ever since, Paddy has hoped that he could get his dad a self-defence charge, though that's looking increasingly unlikely. Just days after being released on strict bail conditions, he broke them by smashing a mirror and wandering off to the hospital. The busy ED couldn't attend to his injuries straight away, and he lashed out towards Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant). Fearful of the consequences, he wandered out into the night and was later found by the patch of land where he was forced to bury another victim, Anya. Paddy soon found him and promised to make things right by paying for him to stay in a mental health facility. Fearsome DS Walsh (Amanda Ryan) warned that he wouldn't be apprehended for breaking his bail following advice from a psychological report, though the time spent in hospital was just delaying his inevitable, eventual arrest. In today's episode, Paddy paid a visit to the unit to see Bear. He seemed much chirpier, and it was clear that he was on the road to recovery. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. He explained that the talking therapy had made him realise how badly Ray had treated him, and he was feeling better each …

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Emmerdale airs shock passion for Graham Foster after Rhona Goskirk ultimatum in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-03-12T09:30:13.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Thursday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: If you're like us, you're probably still reeling from the fact Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) has risen from the ashes (quite literally) in Emmerdale. The businessman 'returned from the dead' during the Coronation Street crossover, Corriedale, and explained that he'd faked his demise to avoid a hit from ex-wife Kim Tate (Claire King) and to protect then-girlfriend Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry) from further heartbreak. Little did he realise, her eventual husband Marlon Dingle (Mark Charnock) would be sent down for his murder. Six years passed, and the last person she thought she expected to land on her doorstep was Graham. He revealed that he'd heard on the grapevine about the trouble her stepdaughter April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan) was in, and wanted to help. Ultimately, the job was done for him by Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards), who throttled her groomer Ray Walters (Joe Absolom). Graham then slowly introduced himself back to village life – shocking surrogate son Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) and Kim. She's made it clear that she doesn't want him around, but in today's episode, Lydia Dingle (Karen Blick) wondered if there were still feelings hiding beneath her tough façade. Weeks ago, he'd already made it clear to Rhona that he was interested in reconnecting. She spelled out that she was committed to Marlon, and that they'd built a family together with children April, Leo and Ivy. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Despite that, Graham has continued to vie for her attention and turned up at Smithy Cottage to request an audience with her on the footbridge that afternoon. She was stunned to hear him bare his heart, and knew that by meeting him, it would cement that the feelings were reciprocated. Sure enough, later that day, a hopeful Graham took a stroll to the brid…

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Emmerdale to air "powerful moment" for Robert Sugden and Aaron Dingle as legendary farm moniker returns after 24 years
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date: 2026-03-11T20:30:42.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: A name that Annie Sugden would approve of!
encoded: Three decades have passed since the sun set for the final time over the original Emmerdale Farm. The house - and surrounding land - were condemned due to subsidence, and the Sugden clan were forced to move into nearby Hawthorn Cottage. Of course, the ITV soap has retained its roots in the agricultural industry ever since. After a brief six year stint at Melby Farm from 1997, another new era dawned for the family when a teenage Andy (Kelvin Fletcher) became tenant of Butlers Farm in 2003. While each previous incarnation of the homestead adopted the Emmerdale moniker, Andy and the preceding occupants chose to retain the Butlers name. Now owned entirely by the devious Joe Tate (Ned Porteous), Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) has reluctantly admitted defeat and will vacate the premises within the coming weeks. He's been pushed to a point of no return, with a suspected tuberculosis outbreak ruining their meat sales and last year's slurry leak decimating the family's finances. Cain also had no legal claim over the remaining 50% share, which was held by his wrongly imprisoned wife Moira (Natalie J Robb). She could see that he needed to focus on dealing with his aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, and signed on the dotted line for Joe to take over. In today's episode, the Dingle family were betrayed by one of their own - discovering that Joe had installed Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley) and partner Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) as the new managers. Emmerdale's original family, the Sugdens, are back where they belong. ITV has confirmed that the couple will even rename Butlers to Emmerdale Farm, after Aaron found the original stone sign buried deep in a field. Although the original house is long gone, Robert will effectively be stepping in his late father Jack's (Clive Hornby) footsteps by working on the same land. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive …

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Emmerdale's Moira Dingle makes a mammoth decision concerning her future in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-03-10T13:23:47.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Tuesday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) has been left devastated in Emmerdale, after discovering wife Moira's (Natalie J Robb) almighty decision to end their turmoil. As well as being dealt an aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis, he's also dealing with the fact their homestead – Butler's Farm – has been partially acquired by devious Joe Tate (Ned Porteous). He's gained the share in the most underhand way possible, by forcing Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley) to frame Moira for double-murder and human trafficking. She's since been imprisoned, and until yesterday, was largely unaware of what was happening on the outside world. Cain reached breaking point, and was forced to admit to Moira the full extent of his diagnosis, as well as the fact that Joe was pressuring him to sell the other half of Butler's. If he refused, Joe would go to the police with evidence that incriminated Cain for stealing two of his cars. Moira, although initially angry, realised that her husband was acting in their family's best interests and urged him to focus on their health. In today's episode, Kim Tate (Claire King) warned Joe to leave the Dingles alone, despite his insistence that the deal was almost finalised. It was clear that he wasn't going to stop pressuring Cain, and she had to take matters into her own hands. She headed to the prison after receiving a visiting order from Moira, and was intrigued by what she had to say. Kim was gobsmacked to learn that Moira had come to terms with the fact she'd have to sell Butler's, and was offering her first refusal on the condition she matched the original offer. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Moira revealed that she wanted to ease the pressure on Cain, and when Kim questioned what was wrong, she confided in her about his illness. Her only request was …

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5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Paddy Dingle and Dylan Penders charged after huge Bear Wolf mistake
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date: 2026-03-10T00:01:32.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Graham hopes to prove himself to Joe, Pollard is on a mission and Cain has more troubles at home.
encoded: It's a big week for Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) in Emmerdale, as he and Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) are charged with perverting the course of justice. The two realise they must hand themselves in after Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) makes a huge mistake during another chat with DS Walsh (Amanda Ryan). Elsewhere, Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) is still warring with Kim Tate (Claire King), Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) must address son Isaac's fears about his prostate cancer diagnosis, and Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) has another run-in with Dr. Todd (Caroline Harker) at work. Plus, Pollard's (Chris Chittell) on a mission to discover what wife Kerry Wyatt (Laura Norton) is hiding... Here's everything you need to know about the episodes of Emmerdale airing between Monday, 16th and Friday, 20th March. 5 Emmerdale spoilers for next week 1. Paddy Dingle and Dylan Penders are charged Things spiral at the police station as Bear faces a tense interrogation with DS Walsh. Already on edge, he is pushed to breaking point when the detective suggests his wrestling background means he knew exactly what he was doing when Ray died. Losing control, Bear blurts out a deliberate lie, claiming he killed Ray in a desperate bid to protect Paddy’s name. Paddy is crushed that Bear has effectively handed himself a potential life sentence. The following day, Paddy opens up about the horror his dad endured while being held captive for months on Ray and Celia’s farm, where he was brutally enslaved. Now the thought of Bear sitting behind bars on remand is more than he can bear. Determined to set things right, Paddy decides it’s time to tell the police the truth, even if it means implicating himself. Loyal Dylan refuses to let him face it alone, leaving Mandy heartbroken at the pair’s self-sacrifice. At the police station front desk, Mandy and Paddy share an emotional goodbye before he and Dylan head in to confess their part in the ordeal. But their nightmare soon worsens when officers revea…

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Emmerdale airs emotional Cain and Moira Dingle two-hander as he reveals full diagnosis in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-03-09T12:19:29.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) has finally disclosed the extent of his aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis to wife Moira (Natalie J Robb) in an emotional episode of Emmerdale. The instalment entirely focused on the Dingle patriarch's ongoing turmoil, with the latter half being a two-hander between the two characters. It's been a troubling time for the family, which kicked off when Moira was framed for double-murder and human trafficking. She's since been imprisoned, and with evidence stacked up against her, it doesn't look like she's going to be freed anytime soon. Cain is also at risk of losing their homestead, Butler's Farm, which is now partially owned by scheming Joe Tate (Ned Porteous). He wants to acquire the other 50 per cent, and will seemingly stop at nothing to get his hands on it. In the meantime, Cain has been suffering in silence. Only granddaughter Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill), GP and friend Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) and unlikely ally Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) know that he will have to undergo a radical prostatectomy and radiotherapy to rid the disease. Moira thought that the cancer was under control, and that doctors would be monitoring it. In today's episode, Cain contemplated giving up and handing over the rest of Butler's to Joe. It would be a mammoth decision to make, but one that would ultimately save him from financial ruin. He then headed to the pub, where Sarah's husband Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) urged her to open up about why she had been involved in some recent car thefts with her grandfather. She declined to explain, knowing that it would betray Cain's wish to keep his prostate cancer under wraps. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Cain could see how much his secret was beginning to impact others, and wandered off…

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Coronation Street and Emmerdale stars confirmed for contract changes as cast appearances set to reduce
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date: 2026-03-09T10:49:05.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: The changes come following a reduction in total episodes.
encoded: ITV have confirmed that stars of both Coronation Street and Emmerdale will see a reduction in their yearly episode count following a decision to scale back the total number of instalments produced each year. In January, both flagship serial dramas dropped one episode per week, moving to a new, nightly broadcast pattern. Dubbed a "soaps power hour", the changes were implemented in the wake of a history making crossover episode, which saw the worlds of Weatherfield and Emmerdale combine for the evening. Speaking after the new schedule was announced, Kevin Lygo, ITV's Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, said: "The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. "We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX, and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most digestible way. "In a world where there is so much competition for viewers' time and attention, and viewing habits continue to change, we believe this is the right amount of episodes that fans can fit into their viewing schedule, to keep up to date with the shows." However, with a total of 104 episodes being cut per annum, cast members will be guaranteed less screen time moving forward. A spokesperson confirmed the move to Radio Times, explaining: "In line with ITV's new scheduling pattern for the soaps introduced at the beginning of the year, we have revised the number of guaranteed episodes offered to the Coronation Street and Emmerdale actors." Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. This is likely the reason why the broadcaster is now allowing talent to take up projects elsewhere, with Emmerdale actor Bradley Riches appearing in a pantomime later this year. The Sun on Sunday reported that Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy and trade union Equity have been calle…

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Coronation Street and Emmerdale dropped from ITV tonight in schedule shake-up
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date: 2026-03-06T07:00:18.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Coronation Street
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Soap fans, prepare to be disappointed!
encoded: ITV has dropped both Coronation Street and Emmerdale from the schedules tonight, in yet another deviation from the broadcaster's new "soap power hour". The serial dramas reduced their weekly output by half an hour in January, so that they could air each weeknight from 8pm. This followed a highly-anticipated crossover episode - dubbed Corriedale - which saw the two fictional worlds combine for one night only. Speaking after the new schedule on ITV1 was announced, Kevin Lygo, ITV's Managing Director of Media and Entertainment, said: "The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX, and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most digestible way. "In a world where there is so much competition for viewers' time and attention, and viewing habits continue to change, we believe this is the right amount of episodes that fans can fit into their viewing schedule, to keep up to date with the shows." At the time, Emmerdale star Chris Bisson told Leeds Live: "[There'll be] no more moaning that they are shifting Corrie around because of the football and nobody knows when it is on – all that kind of stuff. We all know where we are up to now – 8pm to 9pm everyday of the week." Unfortunately, Bisson has been proved wrong - and not for the first time. Just one week into the new broadcast pattern, both Corrie and Emmerdale were taken off our screens. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Tonight's usual instalments have been shunted to Monday, to accommodate coverage of the Six Nations Live, which begins at 7.20pm after a shorter ITV National News. Jill Douglas presents from the opening match in the fourth round of fixtures, held at the Aviva Stadium, with Ireland facing Wales from 8.1…

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Emmerdale favourite confirmed for break from soap after a year in the role – as ITV soaps change cast rules
type: item
date: 2026-03-05T16:33:14.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Expect to see more of your favourite soap stars in panto!
encoded: Fan-favourite Emmerdale character Lewis Barton is set to depart the village for a short while later this year – to accommodate actor Bradley Riches's stint in a Christmas pantomime. Riches, who found fame in Netflix's Heartstopper and joined the ITV soap in May, will appear in the titular role during performances of The Further Adventures of Peter Pan: The Return of Captain Hook at the Sunderland Empire from December. Due to the intensity of starring in the soap opera, he will be required to take a temporary break to appear in the stage role. However, fear not, Lewis fans – he will be back, and may not be alone in swapping the screen for the stage over the festive period. An ITV spokesperson told Radio Times that soap bosses have re-evaluated rules that previously prevented its talent from pursuing other temporary projects away from the broadcaster. "We've agreed to release a few of the actors from Emmerdale and Coronation Street to appear in pantomime this year," they explained. "We've been looking at this for a while and with plenty of notice, we've been able to release the actors for a limited time." Speaking of his new venture, Riches said: "I’m absolutely delighted to be returning to panto and especially to be playing Peter Pan again. It’s such an iconic and magical role. "There’s nothing quite like the energy of a live audience at Christmas, and I can’t wait to be at the Sunderland Empire. It’s going to be a brilliant festive season – I’m so excited to get flying!" The show's producer said audiences are in for a "swashbuckling treat", which is "packed with thrills, laughter and a sprinkle of fairy dust". Quite the far cry from Emmerdale's drama! Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Last month, Riches told RT at the Attitude 101 event that he hoped his o…

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Emmerdale's Cain Dingle told to admit defeat amid war with Joe Tate in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-05T09:00:10.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Thursday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) has warned Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) to stop feuding with Joe Tate (Ned Porteous) in Emmerdale and focus on his health. This comes after similar words of wisdom from Dr Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson) and granddaughter Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill), but will he listen to their advice? Cain is deeply troubled. Not only is he living with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, but wife Moira (Natalie J Robb) has been incarcerated for double-murder and human trafficking - crimes she didn't commit - and they're at serious risk of losing their homestead Butler's Farm. Joe has managed to acquire 50% of the business, and is mounting the pressure on Cain to sell the other half. There's also been a potential tuberculosis outbreak that could wipe out their livestock, and effectively leave the Dingles penniless. In today's episode, Kammy Hadiq (Shebz Miah) spotted Joe driving a brand new motor into the village. This is the second car he's purchased in the last month, with the first of these - a DeLorean - initially stolen by Cain before Graham returned it to its rightful owner. Cain immediately clocked the vehicle, and asked Kammy if he wanted to help him steal it. It was a risky move, but one that would give him another thrill. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Kammy was enlisted to distract Joe at the pub, so that Cain could swipe his keys. The plan didn't go accordingly, as Joe soon realised what had happened and used some of the car's nifty features to track down who had stolen it. Not only did it have inbuilt GPS tracking, but also hidden internal cameras that clearly showed Cain speeding off. A war of words soon ensued, and Cain punched Joe to the ground. His fiancée Dawn Fletcher (Olivia Bromley) raced over and wanted to call the…

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Emmerdale's Cain Dingle branded a "coward" as Sarah Sugden fumes over his secret in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-03-04T09:00:12.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Wednesday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: There's a lot of weight on Cain Dingle's (Jeff Hordley) shoulders in Emmerdale at the moment. His family farm business is crumbling, half of it has been sold to Joe Tate (Ned Porteous), wife Moira (Natalie J Robb) has been imprisoned for a crime she didn't commit and he's been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Cain is keeping his diagnosis a secret from pretty much everyone, bar Dr Liam Cavanagh (Jonny McPherson), unlikely ally Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) and granddaughter Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill). She urged him to steal some flashy cars in a bid to make a quick quid, hoping that he'd be able to turn around the fortunes of the farm in the process. It would also help him to take his mind off the other issues burdening him at the moment. The two stole several motors, though he urged her to stop when considering the impact it could have on her future. In yesterday's instalment, the secret began to unravel as she failed to resist the temptation to steal Dr Caitlin Todd's (Caroline Harker) new sports car from outside of the village hall. She was spotted by husband Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant), who ordered her out of the vehicle and wanted to know the truth. Sarah admitted that she was working with her 'Grumpy', though failed to divulge the fact he was living with cancer. A furious Jacob raced around to Cain's garage in today's episode, shouting off about how irresponsible their behaviour was. Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins), Sarah's grandmother, overheard and was similarly livid. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Cain tried to avoid questioning and walked away, later coming face-to-face with another disapproving local. Liam wondered whether his decision to steal cars with Sarah was just an indication that his strategy to keep the …

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Emmerdale's Sarah Sugden caught out over desperate illegal behaviour in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-03-03T12:23:32.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Tuesday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: The Dingle family's fortunes are dwindling in Emmerdale. and Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) is desperate to save her grandfather Cain (Jeff Hordley) from further turmoil. Not only is his wife Moira (Natalie J Robb) imprisoned for two murders she didn't commit, but half of their farm has been sold to devious Joe Tate (Ned Porteous), and now there's been an outbreak of tuberculosis. He's also living with an aggressive form of prostate cancer and will have to undergo surgery. The business is seriously close to falling through, and as a result, Sarah suggested he steal some motors to make a quick cash boost. Cain was initially against it, though with some persuasion, he soon got involved in the scheme. To make matters worse, Sarah - who is the only person who knows about his diagnosis - insisted that she be part of the thieving too. After realising that she had more to lose than he did, and the fact she'd rarely been in trouble before, Cain instructed his granddaughter to stop. But the temptation of jumping into another car and speeding off into the distance is proving too much to resist... In today's episode, her husband Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) was eager to spend more time with her. He noted that there had been somewhat of a distance between them both recently, and put it down to his demanding studies to be a doctor. He also realised that she'd been spending long hours at Butler's Farm, unaware that during this time she was working with Cain to retrieve more flash cars. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Knowing that the potential TB outbreak may lose the family livelihood, she eyed up a blue sports car parked outside of the village hall. This was her opportunity to prove herself to Cain. After she climbed into the drivers seat, Jacob emerged from around…

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5 Emmerdale spoilers next week: Cain Dingle bravely opens up to Moira about his aggressive cancer diagnosis
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date: 2026-03-03T00:01:33.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Graham deals an ultimatum, Nicola is onto Jai and Kerry and Paddy receives an update on Bear.
encoded: A big week for the Dingles is fast-approaching in Emmerdale, as Cain (Jeff Hordley) realises that the time has come for him to be transparent with imprisoned wife Moira (Natalie J Robb) about his various troubles. Not only is he suffering from an aggressive form of prostate cancer, but their family farm business is also on the brink of collapse. Meanwhile, after laying out his feelings for Rhona Goskirk (Zoe Henry), Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough) asks her to meet him so that he can explain how he truly feels towards her. Elsewhere, Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham) tries to make a breakthrough with Arthur (Alfie Clarke), and Nicola King (Nicola Wheeler) is onto Kerry Wyatt's (Laura Norton) secret romance with Jai Sharma (Chris Bisson). Here's everything happening in Emmerdale between Monday 9 and Friday 13 March. 5 Emmerdale spoilers for next week 1. Cain Dingle tells Moira about his cancer diagnosis and Butler's Farm dilemma Surveying Butler’s Farm and fearing he’s about to lose everything, Cain is left guilt-ridden as Moira thanks him for holding the fort in her absence. With Joe closing in and invoices piling high, Cain confides in Sarah that he has him well and truly cornered with the threat of prison. Sarah tells him it’s high time Moira hears the truth before he loses everything. But Sarah has her own worries. As her relationship with Jacob strains under the pressure of keeping Cain's diagnosis a secret, Belle gently probes, desperate to know what’s wrong. It pains Sarah that she can’t confide in her. Later, in the Woolpack toilets, Cain is left terrified by the sight of blood in the toilet bowl. Liam clocks how shaken Cain is and insists the time has come to be honest about his health. He heads to the prison and drops the bombshell - the cancer he’d downplayed is far worse than he let on, and Moira is devastated to learn he’s known for a month. She urges him to tell Kyle, Isaac and the rest of the family, and although she's rocked by news of Joe circling the f…

Emmerdale airs Paddy Dingle twist as incriminating new evidence found in early ITVX release
type: item
date: 2026-03-02T15:01:54.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Monday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on ITV1 or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) may be in serious trouble in Emmerdale, with DS Walsh (Amanda Ryan) finding some heavy evidence to support her belief that he assisted dad Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) in the murder of Ray Walters (Joe Absolom). At the beginning of the year, Paddy was horrified to watch Bear throttle his captor, before helping to move the body into the back of Jai Sharma's (Chris Bisson) van. He was horrified when his dad confessed to the crime and then handed himself in, and hoped that he'd be able to get off on a self-defence charge. Bear was bailed, though was still clearly suffering from Stockholm syndrome and struggled to see Ray's true colours. In a fit of rage, he smashed a mirror before breaking his bail conditions and heading to the hospital. He lashed out towards Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant), and then walked out into the night. In today's episode, Paddy was exhausted after spending the night trying to find his dad. DS Walsh reminded him that not only had he breached the terms of his release, but his attack on Jacob would mean that when he was found, he'd be held on remand. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. Paddy tracked his dad down to where another of Ray's victims, Anya, was buried. He promised that he'd make things right, and offered to pay for his dad to go into a secure mental health unit. Bear reluctantly agreed, though said it would be best if Paddy didn't visit him. He needed this time to recover. Later, Walsh visited Paddy at the veterinary practice, and told him that she had concluded not to apprehend Bear again as a psychological report advised against it. However, she did remind him that his stay in the hospital was only delaying the inevitable transfer to prison. During their conversation, she clocked some rope on th…

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Emmerdale's Bear Wolf violently attacks another villager in early ITVX release
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date: 2026-02-27T12:43:03.000Z
creator: Michael Adams
subject: Emmerdale
subject: Soaps
subject: TV
subject: ITV
subject: ITVX
subject: News
description: Warning: Contains spoilers for Friday's episode of Emmerdale, which airs on ITV1 at 8pm or can be streamed now on ITVX.
encoded: Bear Wolf (Joshua Richards) is spiralling in Emmerdale, as the memory of killing his captor Ray Walters (Joe Absolom) continues to resurface. Poor Bear was enslaved on Ray and Celia Daniels's (Jaye Griffiths) farm for months, and during that time was forced to live and work in squalor. He faced numerous forms of abuse, and had one of the other victims die in his arms. He eventually left the farmhouse, tracking down Ray and throttling him. Son Paddy Dingle (Dominic Brunt) and youngster Dylan Penders (Fred Kettle) were present, and helped to bundle his body into the back of Jai Sharma's (Chris Bisson) van. They then decided to keep Bear hidden from public view, hiding the deep, dark secret. However, this is a soap opera, and he soon confessed everything to a therapist before calling the police to report his crimes. Bear has been bailed, but has continued to feel conflicted over his relationship with Ray. Although he could see that what he did was bad, he couldn't help but feel that he was somewhat of a victim himself. This was further intensified following a conversation with Laurel Thomas (Charlotte Bellamy), who felt the same way. He returned home and smashed a mirror, cutting his hand. Add Radio Times as a Preferred Source on Google Keep up to date on what’s worth watching with your favourite entertainment news from Radio Times – see more of our exclusive news and interviews featured prominently in Top Stories when using Google. In today's episode, Bear arrived at the hospital and demanded treatment. The nurse assured him that he would get care as soon as possible, but due to the triage system, he'd have to wait. He grew increasingly impatient and student doctor Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) pulled him into a side room to try and give some immediate care to his hand. Bear began to panic, and grabbed Jacob from behind, effectively dealing a wrestling tackle. Jacob fell to the ground in agony, as the hospital security guard ushered Bear into a side room. Paddy a…

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