Classic EastEnders

Janine recovers from the dramatic events of Christmas Day while the Square deals with the fallout from Stacey's departure. Pat struggles to come to terms with an awful truth.

Kat is horrified to witness Jean's downward spiral as she struggles to cope without Stacey. Carol comes to Connor's rescue, while Bianca warns Whitney to keep her distance.

A broken Jean makes a painful decision as she finally surrenders to her demons. Meanwhile, Kat's delight soon turns to anger when things take longer than expected.

Carol follows her heart, unaware that Whitney's happiness is on the line. Plus, the Brannings and the Slaters rejoice as both Ronnie and Kat meet their long-awaited arrivals.

As Kat fights for her life in hospital, Ronnie's grief leads to a momentary act of desperation with devastating consequences. Meanwhile, Carol receives an unexpected surprise.

Kat and Alfie are confronted with tragedy as a guilt-ridden Ronnie continues to keep her dark secret. Meanwhile, Christian battles with his conscience over his indiscretion.

As Kat and Alfie face the pain of saying goodbye to their beloved Tommy, a terrible shock awaits them at the hospital. Ronnie is left in turmoil over her actions.

Alfie comforts Kat with the lie that Tommy was not alone when he died, while Ronnie's growing paranoia begins to take its toll. Tanya and Greg have some happy news to share.

Glenda decides to use her discovery about Ben to cause chaos for the Mitchells. Kat reacts with fury when she hears the devastating news that Charlie had been keeping from her.

Phil and Ian form an uneasy alliance to work together against Glenda's scheming - but will it be enough to save Ben? Jack and Alfie go to register the births of their sons.

A stunned Carol tries to silence Tiffany when she realises what her grand-daughter witnessed. Ronnie is devastated at being denied her chance to say goodbye to her son.

It is baby Tommy's funeral, and as Kat and Alfie bid farewell to their son, a devastated Ronnie interrupts the wake with a shocking announcement.

Emotions run high and years of resentment resurface as Charlie and Kat rake over their past in an epic showdown. Ronnie resolves to make the best of her situation.

Shirley, Phil and Glenda are thrown together by an unexpected business venture, but will Glenda succumb to Phil's advances again?

Ricky and Bianca are called to Tiffany's school to be faced with an unsettling notion while Connor pleads with Carol to run away with him.

Carol's shocking confession to Bianca sets in motion a chain of events that lead to tragedy for the family. A terrified Tiffany calls on Max.

The police question Ricky and Carol about last night's terrible events whilst the family try desperately to track down a missing Bianca. Tamwar makes a bold declaration.

A familiar face may hold the key to Bianca's whereabouts, while Jack takes control when he realises Ricky lied to the police, and Zainab and Masood agree to Tamwar's demands.

Whitney and Carol's relationship is damaged further in the aftermath of Bianca's imprisonment - but does Ricky have the strength to end their feud? Roxy makes a drunken gesture.

Syed has a startling revelation for Tamwar as he sees Christian and Roxy excitedly pressing ahead with their surrogacy plans. Ian resorts to desperate measures to fend off Phil.

Ian's struggle to meet Phil's continuing blackmail demands builds to a staggering climax. Meanwhile, Syed's pent-up anger with Christian finally explodes.

Ian goes to unspeakable lengths to avenge Phil for a lifetime of torture. Shirley and Jane prepare to battle with Ben's teacher, and Darren and Jodie worry for Heather.

Phil tries to convince Shirley his proposal was genuine, but she is reluctant to let her guard down. Darren is under pressure when his plan backfires.

Michael is stunned to hear the news about Tommy, while Ronnie's interest is piqued by a surprise revelation from Kat. Darren and Jodie both drown their sorrows at the R&R.

Kat makes a terrible decision when her and Alfie's attempts to reignite their love end in disaster. Meanwhile, Ronnie is disturbed by Michael's presence in her home.

Phil is forced to take drastic action when Glenda threatens to expose him at his engagement party - but whose side will Ian pick? Alfie struggles to deal with what he witnessed.

Whitney makes a dangerous decision, and Janine has a narrow escape when a night at the R&R spirals out of control. Tamwar makes a heartfelt declaration to Afia.

Alfie tries to lift his spirits at the Vic, but the atmosphere is soured when he reaches breaking point with Kat. Whitney's left isolated as Janine issues her with an ultimatum.

A broken Kat turns on Alfie when grief threatens to overwhelm her - but will they forgive one another before it is too late? Dot is horrified when she catches Heather stealing.

Zainab and Masood get much more than they bargained for when they put aside their misgivings and meet with Yusef. Ronnie takes drastic action to stop Roxy and Michael.

When Jack attacks Michael for making a pass at Ronnie, Michael retaliates with a shocking revelation that leaves Jack reeling. Alfie is left torn about his feelings for Kat.

Heather Trott faces the toughest day of her life as money shortages, a desperate visit to her mother and an altercation with Shirley all lead to terrible tragedy.

A heartbroken Jack pleads with Ronnie to get professional help after he witnesses her meltdown in the Vic. Darren makes a devastating discovery at Heather's flat.

Alfie comforts Kat when she receives some sad news. Shirley and Dot are appalled to discover the state of Heather's flat while Darren reaches a momentous decision about George.

It is the grand opening of the B&B, and Zainab is horrified to discover the identity of Kim's first customer. Meanwhile, Heather reaches a decision about George's future.

Whitney, desperate to make amends, gets herself into trouble, only to be rescued by a handsome stranger. Meanwhile, Kim thinks it is time for Denise to move on.

An alienated Whitney misreads signals and ruins her friendship with Lauren. Janine goes to extreme lengths to pay the rent.

Max needs Whitney to fix the mess she has made, but she ends up burning all her bridges in Walford and turning to her new friend for help.

Zainab struggles to accept Yusef's presence in the Square and resolves to get rid of him, while Denise and Kat find their pasts catching up with them, and Ronnie's lies worsen.

Denise files for divorce and decides to celebrate with a party, but the rift between Masood and Yusef threatens to overshadow the celebrations.

Shirley's thrilled when Phil returns to the Square, but Glenda is less than happy when he foils her plan to get Roxy's money back.

Glenda's revelations leave the Mitchells reeling, while Ian panics about what else might be revealed. Tamwar and Afia are pleased that their parents seem to be getting along.

Ronnie's paranoia reaches new heights as she resolves to drive Glenda away before she discovers the truth about James. Meanwhile, Ian has a touching gesture for Jane.

Revelations ricochet across the Square leaving relationships in tatters. Will Shirley let Glenda get away with the upset that she has caused? Jane makes a devastating discovery.

Shirley fights to keep her head held high as she faces a future without Phil - but will he succumb to her chilling request? Kat and Alfie do their best to support Shenice.

As Phil and Shirley rake over their relationship in an epic heart-to-heart, there is a final twist in store for the couple. Ian and Jane face a tough decision.

Janine's happiness at Ricky's is under threat as Lauren vows to track down a missing Whitney. Fat Boy has a startling revelation for Mercy, and Jodie has a close call.

Ricky is aghast to discover that Janine has been keeping Whitney's disappearance a secret from everyone. Carol finally lays the past to rest after a visit to Connor.

Janine and Lauren are horrified when they realise what has happened to Whitney - will they be able to persuade her to leave with them before Rob returns?

Jodie's attempt at babysitting George goes badly wrong. Lauren becomes increasingly frantic when her search for Whitney proves to be fruitless.

Darren continues to struggle with life as a single father, while Max makes a discovery about Abi. Kat reluctantly agrees to Alfie's suggestion - but will it save their marriage?

Max plays dirty in an attempt to warn Abi off Jay, but Vanessa's curiosity threatens to scupper his plan. Tanya finds an unlikely ally in Syed.

Michael is taken on an unwelcome trip by an enemy, while Roxy tries to impress at the opening of the Boxing Gym. Ronnie pushes Phil too far, but will he guess her dark secret?

Carol's best efforts to make amends with Dot are ruined when a remark from Edward causes offence. Christian faces an impossible dilemma when he discovers Syed and Tanya's plan.

Kat's search for a mother figure results in an old face returning to the Square. Meanwhile, a loved-up Roxy moves in with Michael, unaware of the impact on Ronnie.