Coronation Street: ​Episode 9995
Friday 31 January 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
20:30

​Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Emily Gascoyne
Directed by Pip Short
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Daniel wraps his arms around the ghost of Sinead.  Coming in from the rain, back at the flat Daniel tells Bethany to put her wet clothes in the dryer and use Sinead’s dressing gown.  Waking from a nap he thinks he can see Sinead and in his emotional state, Daniel confuses Bethany for Sinead.  Kissing her tenderly he asks her to stay, will Bethany agree? 

How will Charlie react to the news that Tim is a bigamist?  Sally rails at Tim for failing to face up to his mistakes and by telling a pack of lies which has only made matters worse.  However when Tim reveals he’s confessed all to the police, Sally is furious and accuses him of making everything doubly worse. 

Meanwhile, Geoff works his magic on Peter.  When Michael hires Geoff to perform a variety of magic tricks at Tiana’s birthday party, Yasmeen remarks that he is a bit rusty causing Geoff to seethe.  Returning from the meeting, Yasmeen tells Geoff it’s made her realise she doesn’t have an alcohol problem.  Incensed, Geoff cracks open a bottle of wine and forces her to knock it back.  Peter goes to check on Yasmeen and is concerned when Geoff claims it’s done more harm than good and she’s started drinking again!

Elsewhere, Steve and Tracy find themselves railroaded into attending Ken’s book club as part of their relationship building exercise. 

Coronation Street: ​Episode 9994
Friday 31 January 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:30

​Devised by Tony Warren
Written by John Kerr
Directed by Pip Short
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Having telephoned her Mum, Maria tells Audrey that neither she nor Kirk had measles vaccinations when they were children.  Audrey reveals that baby Bertie has been in hospital with measles and that she must have caught it from him.  Maria is shocked to hear that Daniel failed to have Bertie vaccinated, whilst Gary is livid.  A furious Gary rails at Daniel, blaming him for the fact Maria has lost the baby.

Sally get's a big surprise.  Returning from Gina’s, Sally makes it clear to Tim that he’s still in the dog house.  Tim assures her his divorce is all in hand and he’ll soon be shut of Charlie.  But when Charlie summons Tim to The Rovers and admits she hasn’t signed the divorce papers as she reckons they should make a go of their marriage, Sally is horrified to realise everyone knows Tim is a bigamist.

Geoff fears Yasmeen will see through his tricks.  As Alya assures Yasmeen her drinking is fine, Geoff does his best to undermine her confidence.  Peter asks Yasmeen to join him at his alcoholic support group.  With Geoff’s words ringing in her ears, Yasmeen agrees.

Meanwhile, in a bid to cheer up Gemma, Chesney offers to look after the children while she goes for a drink with Emma.

Elsewhere, on the advice of the marriage guidance counsellor, Steve and Tracy make and effort to be nice to each other but it’s clear they’re both out of their comfort zone.

Emmerdale: Episode 8720

Friday 31 January 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
20:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan

Written by Kirsty Halton
Directed by Neil Alderton
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks
Executive Producer: Jane Hudson

Amy shows some concern when she witnesses Victoria looking family-like with Harry and Luke.

Marlon is devastated to hear April's voice.

Meanwhile, Rhona has a day out with Leo in the playground.

Elsewhere, Andrea goes to see Rishi.

​​Emmerdale: Episode 8719

Thursday 30 January 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
20:00

Devised by Kevin Laffan

Written by Jackie Okwera
Directed by Neil Alderton
Series Producer: Laura Shaw
Series Producer: Kate Brooks
Executive Producer: Jane Hudson

Vanessa is worried for Rhona and gives her a warning to stop looking into who killed Graham. 

Victoria meets up with Luke in the cafe.

Meanwhile, Marlon continues to fight for his freedom.

Elsewhere, Andrea has a confession. 

Coronation Street: ​Episode 9993
Wednesday 29 January 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
20:30

​Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Susan Oudot
Directed by Pip Short
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Maria breaks the news and Gary's heart.  Ali struggles to comfort Maria as she reveals how she lost a baby 11 years ago and can’t bear to go through the same again.  Gary returns from Bristol and Maria breaks the awful news that she’s lost their baby.  Maria blames herself while an emotional Gary does his best to comfort her.

Gemma doubts herself.  Imran advises a furious Gemma that the FreshCo contract is watertight, they have total creative control so there is nothing she can do.  Grabbing a chisel, Gemma heads out on a mission.  As Chesney stops her from ripping down a poster, she voices her insecurities about not feeling good enough for her babies.  Chesney assures her that’s not true.

Bethany is warned off Daniel by Beth.  Sarah tells Bethany to tread carefully with Daniel as she’d hate to see her get hurt.  Meanwhile, Beth warns Bethany to stay away from Daniel as she’ll never replace Sinead.

Charlie tells Tim that the job at Gatwick Airport is more or less in the bag.  When Tim enquires about the divorce papers, Charlie is evasive, making out it’s going to take a few more days.  What is she up to? 

Coronation Street: ​Episode 9992
Tuesday 29 January 2020
ITV/STV/UTV
19:30

​Devised by Tony Warren
Written by Sam Holdsworth
Directed by Pip Short
Series Producer: Iain MacLeod

Maria's worst fears are realised.  When Maria suffers a dizzy spell and tells Ali she’s bleeding he insists on driving her to the hospital for a scan.  As the sonographer breaks the tragic news that she’s lost the baby, Maria is heartbroken.  Quizzing her about her symptoms, Ali realises that she has measles.  The doctor confirms this is the likely caused her miscarriage.

Gemma's face doesn't look like the back of a bus.  With Paul and Billy minding the four children, Gemma and Chesney enjoy some quiet time in Victoria Garden.  Gemma confides that she’s not feeling good about her body post pregnancy, Chesney does his best to reassure her but when a bus suddenly passes, adorned with their advertisement campaign - with Gemma and Chesney photoshopped out - Gemma is fuming and lets rip at Tara, the FreshCo Marketing Manager.  

Meanwhile, Bethany stands with Daniel.  Daniel is touched to realise Bethany had spent the night at the local medical facility.  Daniel thanks Bethany for being such a good friend and helping him through such a terrible ordeal. 

Elsewhere, when Charlie reveals she’s got an interview at Gatwick Airport, Tim worries that she’ll leave before she’s signed the divorce papers.

River City: Episode 1146
Monday 27 January 2020
BBC Scotland
22:00

Devised by Stephen Greenhorn
Written by Mark Stevenson
Directed by David Hayman
Series Producer:  Jim Webster
Series Producer: Kevin McComiskie
Series Producer: Oliver Kent
Executive Producer: Kate Oates

Following the disappearance of one of Rory's allies, Lou is forced into dark places.

Scarlett tries to become the perfect candidate.

Caitlin goes to extremes to reconnect with Ruby.

Lou is horrified when Rory urges her to take Sneddon's place in the local protection racket.

Scarlett works hard to boost her prospects of being elected as a local councillor.

EastEnders: Episode 6072
Friday 31 January 2020
BBC One
20:00

Devised by Julia Smith/Tony Holland
Written by Lorraine Newman
Directed by Mickey Jones
Series Producer: Sharon Batten
​Executive Producer: Jon Sen

Kathy makes a big decision.

Patrick's suggestion leaves Sheree nervous.

Karen is shocked by Keegan's actions.

Bobby is scared witless as he sees a ghost from the past.

Sharon takes Kathy's keys and sneaks into Phil's house - only to be caught red-handed.

Mick worries when Linda is nowhere to be found, unaware she has taken Oliver out of school for the day.

Suki settles into Walford, but it soon becomes clear she has an ulterior motive and will go to any lengths to reunite her family.

Keegan has a new lease of life and throws himself into work,

Whitney makes a horrifying discovery.

EastEnders: Episode 6071
Thursday 30 January 2020
BBC One
19:30

Devised by Julia Smith/Tony Holland
Written by Lynne Dallow
Directed by Mickey Jones
Series Producer: Sharon Batten
​Executive Producer: Jon Sen

Linda tries to distract herself from her problems.

The tension between Kathy and Sharon reaches breaking point.

Iqra tries to reason with Keegan.

Kathy checks on Bobby but tensions soon escalate between her and Sharon, forcing Bobby to intervene.

​Without alcohol, Linda suggests a day out with Oliver and Mick to distract herself, but her good mood is short lived.

Big Mo pushes Whitney to help "muscles". 

​Kathy and Sharon have a shouting match about Ben and Phil. 

Meanwhile, Iqra tries to sort things out with Keegan.

Elsewhere, Ash and Suki begin to build bridges.

​EastEnders: Episode 6070
Tuesday 28 January 2020
BBC One
19:30

​​Devised by Julia Smith/Tony Holland
Written by Daran Little
Directed by Mickey Jones
Series Producer: Sharon Batten
​Executive Producer: Jon Sen

Martin and Kat are forced to step up.

Mick is faced with an impossible situation.

Tiffany is caught off guard.

Kush is racked with guilt over Leo but Kat is adamant he cannot tell the truth.

Linda promises Mick she does not need to go to rehabilitation and agrees to ration her drinking - but temptation proves too much.

​Meanwhile, Keegan is humiliated when his contract at Gray's office is terminated.

Elsewhere, Suki persuades Kheerat to take an office nearby, it's clear she is planning something.