Toyah and Imran get an update about the option to foster
Leeanne asks for a second opinion when Oliver receives a diagnosis
Fiz gives Chesney advice on how to keep the spark alive
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Toyah and Imran get an update about the option to foster
Leeanne asks for a second opinion when Oliver receives a diagnosis
Fiz gives Chesney advice on how to keep the spark alive
Coming up: Oliver is diagnosed with an incurable form of mitochondrial disease. As the news reaches extended family members, it brings out unique emotions and unexpected shoulders to cry on.
Steve and Leanne
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Steve and Leanne - Coronation Street - ITV
When informed of Oliver's diagnosis, Steve and Leanne do their best to take in the news but Leanne demands a second opinion.
Toyah
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Toyah and Imran - Coronation Street - ITV
Toyah breaks the news to Imran and explains that they will have to put their own child fostering plans on hold.
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Toyah and Leanne - Coronation Street - ITV
Later, she calls at Leanne’s and realises that she can’t raise the subject of fostering, she just needs to be there for her sister.
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Leanne and Toyah - Coronation Street - ITV
Will she be able to offer the support that Leanne needs?
Simon
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Simon - Coronation Street - ITV
When he overhears Leanne and Steve talking, Simon is deeply offended by an unthoughtful remark. But what will his emotions lead him to do next?
Nick
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Nick and Peter - Coronation Street - ITV
As he struggles to comprehend the diagnosis, Nick finds himself making amends with Peter.
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Nick and Peter - Coronation Street - ITV
Is Peter the unlikely ally that Nick needs during this time?
Emma
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Emma and Alina - Coronation Street - ITV
Alina does her best to comfort Emma when she finds out about Oliver.
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Emma and Jenny - Coronation Street - ITV
Emma also seeks advice from Jenny who, having suffered her own personal loss, assures her that in time, Steve and the rest of the family will get through it.
If you've been affected by Oliver's story, and for organisations who can offer advice and help, please visit: https://www.itv.com/advice/tags/olivers-story
not liking olly storyline but it raises awareness of the disease
Monday 29 June 2020 at 19:30 on ITV
The consultant reveals to Steve and Leanne that Oliver has an incurable form of mitochondrial disease. Steve and Leanne do their best to compute the terrible news.
Clearly in a state of shock, Leanne demands a second opinion, determined that there must be something they can do for Oliver. Back at home, the family reel with shock at the news.
Meanwhile, a thrilled Toyah and Imran are told by the social workers that they have a good chance of being accepted as foster parents and they excitedly plan for the panel hearing. But as news of Oliver's diagnosis reaches Toyah, she has to break the news to Imran that they will have to put their own plans on hold.
Elsewhere, with Alina's help, Emma finally manages to free her hand from the glass vase. Emma is desperately upset about the news regarding Oliver and Alina does her best to comfort her. Alina phones Seb to cancel their drink, insisting she's not happy sneaking about behind Emma's back and would appreciate it if he didn't ask her out again.
Also today, Fiz is aghast to find Tyrone asleep in front of the TV in his vest. As she nags him to tidy up, Fiz realises with horror that they are turning into Jack and Vera. Amused, Tyrone suggests a romantic dinner tomorrow night.
Wednesday 01 July 2020 at 19:30 on ITV
Simon overhears a distraught Leanne tell Steve that Oliver is all she ever wanted and when he dies she will have nothing.
Simon heads to school for his exam, but as he approaches the exam hall, he makes a decision.
At the same time, Jenny is shocked when she returns alone from France to find out the news about Oliver.
Meanwhile, Chesney reports to Fiz that Gemma complains they never talk to each other anymore. Fiz suggests they do the same as her and Tyrone tonight – a romantic date night at home. Chesney persuades Paul to babysit the quads so he can take Gemma out for tea.
Elsewhere, Imran urges Toyah to gently test the water with Leanne before ditching their fostering plans. Toyah calls on Leanne and Oliver, but seeing her sister so utterly distraught, realises she can't possibly raise the subject of child fostering.
Also today, Evelyn and Arthur meet up for a coffee and a cake in the cafe. To Evelyn's irritation, Roy and Arthur discover they have a shared love of steam trains. When Roy suggests they meet in The Rovers later to discuss the Carlisle to Settle line in more detail, Arthur is delighted while Evelyn forces a smile.
Finally, Alina confides in Michael that she has ended her friendship with Seb as she can't afford to hurt Emma's feelings. Michael feels for her.
Friday 03 July 2020 at 19:30 on ITV
Simon reveals to Peter what he overheard Leanne saying. Despite Leanne apologising, Simon says he is going to stay with his dad.
Leanne tells Nick she feels terrible, prompting Nick to square up to Peter and accuse him of taking Simon off Leanne. A drained Leanne agrees to let Oliver stay the night with Steve at Number 1.
As the whole family struggle with the devastating diagnosis, Nick apologises to Peter and finds himself being comforted by his nemesis.
Meanwhile, having found out the terrible news about Oliver, Jenny gets upset, remembering her own son Tom. When Emma admits her fears for how Steve will cope, Jenny assures her that given time, Steve will get through it.
Scott is not best pleased when Jenny explains that Johnny was all set to return with her but changed his mind at the last minute and opted to stay in France.
Elsewhere, Gemma is chuffed when Chesney orders her to get glammed up as he's taking her on a date night. Tyrone cooks Fiz a steak dinner for their romantic night in. They are astonished when Chesney and Gemma turn up to join them, Chesney having misinterpreted Fiz's advice as an invitation. Seeing Chesney and Gemma's crestfallen faces as they head back home, Fiz and Tyrone take pity and invite them to stay.
Also today, Toyah explains to Imran that Leanne is in bits and now is the wrong time to foster a child. Toyah and Imran explain to Karen, the social worker, that given the situation with Oliver, they need to put their fostering plans on hold.
Finally, Arthur walks Evelyn home. Apologising for getting carried away talking trains with Roy, he suggests they have a day out of her choosing. Evelyn agrees to think about it.
Digital Spy
will jenny fall for scott while johnny is away
Does Dolly Parton sleep on her back? Does the Pope pray? ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by lizann
id say she sleeps on a heaven soft foam mattress high :pQuote:
Originally Posted by Perdita
Fiz and Tyrone are no Jack and Vera
Interesting that the spoilers above do not mention the Geoff/Yasmeen story, but the TV trailers for this week are concentrating on it. Curious?