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3. Ian Beale drops Johnny Carter’s legal representation

 

Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) does her best to support Ian as pressure continues to mount following Jordan’s accident.

Convinced that his future could hinge on every legal decision, Ian loses patience with Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) and dismisses him over what he sees as a lack of commitment to the case. Determined not to leave anything to chance, he then begins searching for new representation.

With the stakes higher than ever, Ian turns to Kathy and asks for financial help so he can secure the services of a leading solicitor.

4. Bea Pollard begins to meddle again

 

Honey Mitchell (Emma Barton) finally feels well enough to enjoy some quality time with husband Billy (Perry Fenwick) and takes comfort from the fact that Bea has moved in with Mo Harris (Laila Morse).

Although things appear calmer on the surface, underlying tensions remain. Honey and Billy enjoy a date together, and afterwards, Bea overhears him discussing it with Alfie Moon (Shane Richie).

Spotting an opportunity, she wastes little time in stepping in and later invites Honey out for a drink.

5. Vinny Panesar moves in with Penny Branning

 

Vinny and Penny attend a birth-plan appointment, but rather than bringing them closer together, it leaves him feeling increasingly pushed to the sidelines. She’s still hiding the fact that Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) is likely to be the father.

Determined to be heard, Vinny opens up about his fears and reassures Penny that he’s fully committed to both her and their future together. In a bold move, he asks her to move in with him.