EastEnders Spoilers Week 37 (9th - 13th September 2013) and other days

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TBC

Roxy is torn. She is desperate to protect her relationship with Alfie, but can she stay away from Ronnie?
Alfie believes life to be rosy, but a quiet word from Michael sends him spiralling.

Denise is thrown when Ian asks her to move in with him, and she surprises herself when she comes to a decision.

TBC

Jack has mixed feelings when he realises Ronnie is still in town, but will he stay away or be drawn back to her?
Abi is keen to do all she can to clear her father’s name but she has second thoughts when Lauren drops a bombshell.

Jean is surprised when she finds out that Shirley has left Walford without taking her most prized possession with her.

Jean is torn when she is given conflicting advice on Ollie, and has to decide if she wants to try and salvage their relationship or not.

TBC

When Ian finds out that Shirley knows his secret, he explains his concerns to Carl. Carl promises to short Shirley out, but how far will he go to keep her quiet?
Ronnie is about to leave, but who will change her mind and encourage her to stay?

Denise invites Patrick and Kim to join the Beales for a meal at Scarlett’s, but the gathering is soon interrupted by an unwanted guest.

Kirsty is distraught when Max tries to end their relationship. After everything they have been through together could this be the end for the couple?

Monday 9th

Ronnie is released from prison but will anyone be at the prison gates to meet her?
Alfie explodes into a fit of rage when he finds out what Roxy has planned for Ronnie. Has Roxy pushed Alfie too far this time?

Shirley has decided to pursue her dream of running a bar in Greece, but Jean is in for a shock when Shirley explains the real reason why she has to leave Walford.

Tuesday 10th

Ronnie is in disbelief when finds out what Roxy has been up to while she has been in prison, and she quickly realises that they won’t be moving away together like they had planned.
The Brannings are left stunned when they realise the witness to the crash is someone close to home.

After hearing all the evidence, Jack begins to lose faith in his brother and comes round to the idea that Max may be guilty.

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Is Shirley leaving so?

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Why would soft old Alfie go nuts at a rox for wanting to help her sister ... oh lets think , it would be a way to get Alf and Kat back together -- dear lord who comes up with this rot ..

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EastEnders has confirmed scheduling details for a special week of episodes which will see Ronnie Mitchell return to Walford and Shirley Carter mysteriously disappear.

The week commencing Monday, September 9 will see five episodes of EastEnders air on BBC One as the soap's dramatic autumn storylines gather pace.

As well as airing in its usual slots, an extra hour-long edition of EastEnders has been scheduled for Wednesday, September 11 at 8pm.

The big week will see testing times for some of Albert Square's residents as Ronnie Mitchell is released from jail, having served a two-year sentence for abducting Kat Moon's son Tommy in a tragic baby swap plot.

Additionally, the week in question will see Shirley (Linda Henry) in danger in the aftermath of her ex-partner Phil Mitchell's terrifying car crash.

When Shirley starts to realise that bad boy Carl White (Daniel Coonan) isn't being entirely honest about the crash, he threatens her to keep quiet. However, as a defiant Shirley refuses to listen, Carl realises that he needs to silence her and confronts her one last time at The Arches.

Afterwards, Shirley is nowhere to be seen and although she has been threatening to move abroad, Jean Slater is baffled when she discovers that her friend has left without one of her prized possessions.

Some of Shirley's other possessions - including her mobile phone - have also been dumped in a bin at the market, leaving viewers to wonder just how far Carl has gone to deal with the problem.

Later in the month, fans can also look forward to the one-off return of Peggy Mitchell for a special episode, as well as David Wicks's comeback as a show regular.

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EastEnders returnee Ronnie Mitchell is in for a huge shock as Kat Moon becomes her main ally when she is released from prison.

Ronnie (Samantha Womack) has served a two-year stretch behind bars for abducting Kat's son Tommy in a tragic baby swap plot.

When Ronnie finally gets her freedom, she is expecting her sister Roxy (Rita Simons) to be waiting outside the jail for her like they'd always planned.

Unfortunately, Roxy is forced to scrap that idea when Alfie (Shane Richie) reacts furiously to her plan to bring Ronnie back to Albert Square. Roxy quickly decides that she should keep a distance from her troubled sibling, wanting to put Alfie's feelings first.


Alfie loses his temper with Roxy when she tells him she wants Ronnie to come home.
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Alfie loses his temper with Roxy.


As Ronnie walks out of the prison following her release, she's shocked to find Kat (Jessie Wallace) there rather than Roxy and immediately asks what's going on.

Taking pity on Ronnie, a sympathetic Kat takes her for a coffee and explains that Roxy is now engaged to Alfie, which has left her with divided loyalties and explains her no-show.

With Ronnie having nowhere to go, Kat then says that she can stay with her for the night, but is this really a good idea?


Kat tells Ronnie that Roxy and Alfie are getting married.
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Kat tells Ronnie about Roxy and Alfie.


Ronnie realises that she has nowhere to go.
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Ronnie realises that she has nowhere to go.

EastEnders airs these scenes on Monday, September 9 at 8pm and Tuesday, September 10 at 7.30pm on BBC One.

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This is a first look at EastEnders' Ronnie Mitchell arriving back on Albert Square next week.

When Ronnie (Samantha Womack) is released from prison and finds that Roxy isn't there to meet her as planned, she remains determined to see her sister.

Ronnie is anxious as she arrives in Walford.
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Ronnie is anxious as she arrives in Walford.


As Kat Moon is there to greet Ronnie outside the jail, she quickly takes pity on the troubled blonde and offers her a place to stay for the night.

Ronnie feels awkward but agrees, though her anxiety increases when she arrives back in Walford and discovers that Kat lives with Michael.

Ronnie arrives back in Walford.
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Ronnie arrives back in Walford.


The next morning, Ronnie is startled when she wakes up as she finds Michael (Steve John Shepherd) watching over her. Will a disapproving Michael cause more trouble for Ronnie?

Ronnie wakes up to find Michael watching her.
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Ronnie wakes up to find Michael watching her.

EastEnders airs these scenes on Tuesday, September 10 at 7.30pm and Wednesday, September 11 at 8pm on BBC One.

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Monday 9th September

Jack is incredulous when Roxy informs him that Ronnie will be coming back to Albert Square. She is confident that Alfie will come around once he has overcome his initial panic. At the same time, Alfie shares his concerns with Kat and is shocked to discover that she is unfazed.

Ronnie is released from prison.
Ronnie is released from prison.
Later, Roxy confesses to Alfie that she wants Ronnie to come home, but he insists that she can't live across the Square. Alfie explodes with anger as the dispute escalates, and Roxy runs off crying. Roxy eventually does a u-turn by promising everyone that she won't bring Ronnie back home. However, as Ronnie walks out of prison, she is shellshocked to see that Kat is waiting for her…

Meanwhile, Sharon confronts Jack after hearing of Ronnie's return, but he assures her that his relationship with Ronnie is in the past. Soon afterwards, Michael and Jack put an end to their feud due to their mutual attitude over Ronnie's release.

Carl reminds Ian that if he continues with the pretense of being a witness to Max's car tampering he'll soon be debt-free.
Carl threatens Ian once again.
Elsewhere, Ian confesses to Denise that he is the mystery witness, but he fails to mention the fact that he's actually lying for Carl, who is still threatening him. Ian soon becomes fearful when Kirsty tells Dot that the witness must be lying and that Jack will discover who it is. Later, Denise tells Kim about Ian and is horrified when Kirsty overhears…

Also today, a wary Shirley intervenes when she arrives to see Carl at Phil's bedside at the hospital. Later, Shirley quits the Minute Mart and reveals to Denise, Kim and Jean that she is leaving to pursue her dream of living in Greece. As the day continues, an intrigued Jean sees Shirley in the café, where Shirley reveals that she stole thousands of pounds from Phil's safe.

Tuesday

Ronnie is shocked and confused over what Kat is doing at the prison, especially as she'd been expecting to be greeted by Roxy so they could start afresh in Ibiza together. Ronnie borrows Kat's phone to call her sister, but Roxy hangs up to avoid being overheard by Alfie. Roxy and Alfie end up going for dinner at Scarlett's together to take their minds off the situation, but Roxy's guilt takes over during the meal and she blurts out that she wishes she had met Ronnie.

At the same time, Kat persuades Ronnie to go for a coffee with her, explaining that Roxy and Alfie are getting married. With Ronnie having nowhere to go, Kat says that she can stay with her for the night. Ronnie feels awkward but agrees, though her anxiety increases when she arrives back in Walford and discovers that Kat lives with Michael. When Michael informs Ronnie that Jack and Sharon's wedding didn't go ahead, she heads over to Jack's place. However, Jack refuses to talk to Ronnie and slams the door in her face…

Meanwhile, Ian is horrified when Denise reveals that Kirsty knows about his statement. Soon afterwards, Kirsty angrily bangs on the door of the restaurant. After Denise convinces Ian to open the door, Lauren, Abi, Lucy and Jack are stunned as Kirsty reveals that he is the witness. Ian insists that he did see Max tampering with Carl's car and vows to report harassment of a witness if they don't leave immediately. The Brannings are forced to back down for now, but Abi quits her job at the restaurant.

Shirley and Phil have a heart to heart.
Shirley and Phil have a heart to heart.
Elsewhere, Shirley catches Carl visiting Phil for a second time. Carl leaves when Phil admits that he can't remember the accident, but Shirley is suspicious. Once she's alone with a 'sleeping' Phil, Shirley confesses to taking his money but is shocked to discover that Phil is actually awake. He holds onto Shirley's hand, telling her that he should have given her the money as he wants her to be happy.

Also today, Jake doesn't turn up for the latest counselling session, Sadie tells Lauren that Max was paying her wages and the deal is off now that he's no longer around, while Dexter agrees to give some cars a once-over for Carl and attach some number plates in exchange for cash.

Wednesday

Hour-long episode

Alfie walks in to find Ronnie with Roxy and Tommy.
Alfie walks in to find Ronnie with Roxy and Tommy.
Kat tells a shocked Roxy that Ronnie wants to see her, but Roxy decides to put Alfie first and insists that she's not going. Ronnie is heartbroken by the news but thanks Kat for her help before leaving her house. Soon afterwards, however, Dot intervenes by sneaking Ronnie into The Vic while Alfie is out. When Alfie returns, a meddling Michael can't resist informing him that he's spotted Ronnie going inside. Alfie's worst fears are confirmed as he bursts into the living room door to see Ronnie with Roxy and Tommy, which brings back terrible memories of that fateful night.

Alfie is furious over what he's seeing and quickly scoops Tommy up before rushing out of the pub. After a heart-to-heart with Kat, Alfie finally returns to The Vic but it's at the worst possible moment as he overhears Roxy making a joke about him to Ronnie. Furious all over again, Alfie storms downstairs and into the middle of Shirley's farwell party, quickly followed by Roxy and Ronnie. Everyone is shocked at the sight of Ronnie and Alfie insists in front of everyone that Roxy must choose between him and Ronnie. Who will Roxy choose?

Shirley questions Jay and Dexter about the dodgy number plates.
Shirley questions Jay and Dexter.
Meanwhile, as Shirley prepares to leave Walford, she sees the dodgy number plates at the garage and quizzes the boys about what's going on. Spooked by Shirley's disapproval, Jay and Dexter tell Carl that they can't do any more work for him. As a result, Carl fires a warning shot in Shirley's direction. Later, Carl follows Ian out of The Vic and assures him that he's doing the right thing, unaware that Shirley is there. When Carl retreats to the pub, Shirley interrogates Ian about their unexpected friendship, but she is disrupted when Carl returns to catch her quizzing Ian.

Elsewhere, Denise is fed up with Kim taking advantage of her at the B&B and declares that she's moving in with Ian. Ian is delighted with Denise's decision and carries her over the threshold, while Kim sets her own feelings aside and is happy for her sister.

Also today, Shirley tries to get Ollie back in Jean's life but Billy tells her that he's long gone, Jack offers Joey a job at the car lot after they both offer to help pay the bills for Kirsty and the girls, while Carl makes contact with Max and threatens to do harm to Lauren unless Max tells Kirsty he is guilty and ends his relationship with her.

Thursday

After saying her goodbyes, Shirley decides to pay one last visit to Phil before her flight to Greece. She tries to warn him about Carl and Ian's friendship, and Phil explains that Ian is in debt to Carl. Determined to find out what is going on, Shirley heads back to the Square. Not long afterwards, Shirley interrupts a Beale family meal at Scarlett's and pulls Ian outside to quiz him about Carl. Shirley then interferes even further by informing Kirsty of the unusual connection between Carl and Ian.

Later, a panicking Ian warns Carl that Shirley is starting to figure out the truth. That night, Carl arrives at The Arches and finds Shirley waiting for him. Shirley threatens Carl, admitting that she has sent Jay and Dexter off as well as the dodgy motors. However, Carl isn't scared and reminds Shirley that he warned her to keep out of his business. Seeing as she hasn't, Carl vows to deal with Shirley in his own way and closes the Arches door - what does he have planned?

Max ends his relationship with Kirsty.
Max ends his relationship with Kirsty.
Meanwhile, Kirsty pays a visit to Max in prison and he reluctantly goes along with Carl's demands, 'confessing' that he did tamper with the brakes. Kirsty doesn't believe him but is shocked when Max ends their relationship. Back at home, she assures Lauren and Abi that everything is fine.

Elsewhere, Jack tells Ronnie that he doesn't care what she does, but it would be best if she left. However, Ronnie is given some new confidence when she visits Phil and he urges her not to hide away now that she's done her time. Ronnie is about to leave in a cab when she suddenly decides to stay in Walford - at least for the time being.

Also today, Lucy and Peter are suspicious when Cindy starts flashing the cash but she insists that Liam lent her the money, while Jean's hopes of contacting Ollie are boosted when Patrick tells her that Ollie is having a retirement party tomorrow.

Friday

Phil has entrusted Ronnie to look after his businesses in his absence, and Jack feels awkward when he walks in on her and Sharon clashing at the R&R. Ronnie and Jack agree that it would be best if they stayed out of each other's way from now on. Soon afterwards, Ronnie is also riled by Carl, who questions her ability to look after Phil's businesses. Ronnie is determined to keep an eye on Carl and isn't pleased when she spots him arranging for another dodgy car to be dropped off at The Arches. Ronnie later visits Carl to tell him that the car is in a lock-up and if he tries to use The Arches for his business again, the police will find it.

As the day continues, Ronnie pushes her luck too far when she arrives at The Vic to look through the books as instructed by Phil. When Alfie threatens to throw Ronnie out, she agrees to leave. Later at R&R, Carl is throwing his weight around on a night out with his friends, feeling upbeat now that Max has split up with Kirsty. When Carl tells Ronnie that the Mitchells are 'old news', she throws him out of the club.

Jean expresses her fears for Shirley to Kim.
Meanwhile, Jean is confused when she finds Shirley's precious sunglasses in The Vic, knowing that she wouldn't leave without them. Ian is also startled when he hears that Shirley left Walford without paying her rent. When Ian confronts him, Carl promises that he has 'solved' the problem of Shirley. Finally accepting that Shirley has gone, Jean leaves her a voice message wishing her well. What she doesn't realise is that Shirley's phone has been dumped among some bin bags at the market, along with her jacket and a picture of her and Heather…

Elsewhere, Kirsty tells Lauren about Max's confession, and they both agree to shield Abi from the surprising development. However, when Abi defends Max to Lola, Lauren changes her mind and decides to tell Abi the truth. When the sisters go to see Max, he confirms that he's guilty, but Lauren can sense that something isn't right. Lauren tries to convince her sister that Max is lying for some reason, but an angry Abi doesn't want to hear it.

Also today, Jean heads to Ollie's party but is shocked when one of his colleagues explains why he is retiring. A shocked Jean suddenly understands Ollie's reaction to her illness and quickly leaves.

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Monday 9th September

Jack is incredulous when Roxy informs him that Ronnie will be coming back to Albert Square. She is confident that Alfie will come around once he has overcome his initial panic. At the same time, Alfie shares his concerns with Kat and is shocked to discover that she is unfazed.

Ronnie is released from prison.
Ronnie is released from prison.
Later, Roxy confesses to Alfie that she wants Ronnie to come home, but he insists that she can't live across the Square. Alfie explodes with anger as the dispute escalates, and Roxy runs off crying. Roxy eventually does a u-turn by promising everyone that she won't bring Ronnie back home. However, as Ronnie walks out of prison, she is shellshocked to see that Kat is waiting for her…

Meanwhile, Sharon confronts Jack after hearing of Ronnie's return, but he assures her that his relationship with Ronnie is in the past. Soon afterwards, Michael and Jack put an end to their feud due to their mutual attitude over Ronnie's release.

Carl reminds Ian that if he continues with the pretense of being a witness to Max's car tampering he'll soon be debt-free.
Carl threatens Ian once again.
Elsewhere, Ian confesses to Denise that he is the mystery witness, but he fails to mention the fact that he's actually lying for Carl, who is still threatening him. Ian soon becomes fearful when Kirsty tells Dot that the witness must be lying and that Jack will discover who it is. Later, Denise tells Kim about Ian and is horrified when Kirsty overhears…

Also today, a wary Shirley intervenes when she arrives to see Carl at Phil's bedside at the hospital. Later, Shirley quits the Minute Mart and reveals to Denise, Kim and Jean that she is leaving to pursue her dream of living in Greece. As the day continues, an intrigued Jean sees Shirley in the café, where Shirley reveals that she stole thousands of pounds from Phil's safe.

Tuesday

Ronnie is shocked and confused over what Kat is doing at the prison, especially as she'd been expecting to be greeted by Roxy so they could start afresh in Ibiza together. Ronnie borrows Kat's phone to call her sister, but Roxy hangs up to avoid being overheard by Alfie. Roxy and Alfie end up going for dinner at Scarlett's together to take their minds off the situation, but Roxy's guilt takes over during the meal and she blurts out that she wishes she had met Ronnie.

At the same time, Kat persuades Ronnie to go for a coffee with her, explaining that Roxy and Alfie are getting married. With Ronnie having nowhere to go, Kat says that she can stay with her for the night. Ronnie feels awkward but agrees, though her anxiety increases when she arrives back in Walford and discovers that Kat lives with Michael. When Michael informs Ronnie that Jack and Sharon's wedding didn't go ahead, she heads over to Jack's place. However, Jack refuses to talk to Ronnie and slams the door in her face…

Meanwhile, Ian is horrified when Denise reveals that Kirsty knows about his statement. Soon afterwards, Kirsty angrily bangs on the door of the restaurant. After Denise convinces Ian to open the door, Lauren, Abi, Lucy and Jack are stunned as Kirsty reveals that he is the witness. Ian insists that he did see Max tampering with Carl's car and vows to report harassment of a witness if they don't leave immediately. The Brannings are forced to back down for now, but Abi quits her job at the restaurant.

Shirley and Phil have a heart to heart.
Shirley and Phil have a heart to heart.
Elsewhere, Shirley catches Carl visiting Phil for a second time. Carl leaves when Phil admits that he can't remember the accident, but Shirley is suspicious. Once she's alone with a 'sleeping' Phil, Shirley confesses to taking his money but is shocked to discover that Phil is actually awake. He holds onto Shirley's hand, telling her that he should have given her the money as he wants her to be happy.

Also today, Jake doesn't turn up for the latest counselling session, Sadie tells Lauren that Max was paying her wages and the deal is off now that he's no longer around, while Dexter agrees to give some cars a once-over for Carl and attach some number plates in exchange for cash.

Wednesday

Hour-long episode

Alfie walks in to find Ronnie with Roxy and Tommy.
Alfie walks in to find Ronnie with Roxy and Tommy.
Kat tells a shocked Roxy that Ronnie wants to see her, but Roxy decides to put Alfie first and insists that she's not going. Ronnie is heartbroken by the news but thanks Kat for her help before leaving her house. Soon afterwards, however, Dot intervenes by sneaking Ronnie into The Vic while Alfie is out. When Alfie returns, a meddling Michael can't resist informing him that he's spotted Ronnie going inside. Alfie's worst fears are confirmed as he bursts into the living room door to see Ronnie with Roxy and Tommy, which brings back terrible memories of that fateful night.

Alfie is furious over what he's seeing and quickly scoops Tommy up before rushing out of the pub. After a heart-to-heart with Kat, Alfie finally returns to The Vic but it's at the worst possible moment as he overhears Roxy making a joke about him to Ronnie. Furious all over again, Alfie storms downstairs and into the middle of Shirley's farwell party, quickly followed by Roxy and Ronnie. Everyone is shocked at the sight of Ronnie and Alfie insists in front of everyone that Roxy must choose between him and Ronnie. Who will Roxy choose?

Shirley questions Jay and Dexter about the dodgy number plates.
Shirley questions Jay and Dexter.
Meanwhile, as Shirley prepares to leave Walford, she sees the dodgy number plates at the garage and quizzes the boys about what's going on. Spooked by Shirley's disapproval, Jay and Dexter tell Carl that they can't do any more work for him. As a result, Carl fires a warning shot in Shirley's direction. Later, Carl follows Ian out of The Vic and assures him that he's doing the right thing, unaware that Shirley is there. When Carl retreats to the pub, Shirley interrogates Ian about their unexpected friendship, but she is disrupted when Carl returns to catch her quizzing Ian.

Elsewhere, Denise is fed up with Kim taking advantage of her at the B&B and declares that she's moving in with Ian. Ian is delighted with Denise's decision and carries her over the threshold, while Kim sets her own feelings aside and is happy for her sister.

Also today, Shirley tries to get Ollie back in Jean's life but Billy tells her that he's long gone, Jack offers Joey a job at the car lot after they both offer to help pay the bills for Kirsty and the girls, while Carl makes contact with Max and threatens to do harm to Lauren unless Max tells Kirsty he is guilty and ends his relationship with her.

Thursday

After saying her goodbyes, Shirley decides to pay one last visit to Phil before her flight to Greece. She tries to warn him about Carl and Ian's friendship, and Phil explains that Ian is in debt to Carl. Determined to find out what is going on, Shirley heads back to the Square. Not long afterwards, Shirley interrupts a Beale family meal at Scarlett's and pulls Ian outside to quiz him about Carl. Shirley then interferes even further by informing Kirsty of the unusual connection between Carl and Ian.

Later, a panicking Ian warns Carl that Shirley is starting to figure out the truth. That night, Carl arrives at The Arches and finds Shirley waiting for him. Shirley threatens Carl, admitting that she has sent Jay and Dexter off as well as the dodgy motors. However, Carl isn't scared and reminds Shirley that he warned her to keep out of his business. Seeing as she hasn't, Carl vows to deal with Shirley in his own way and closes the Arches door - what does he have planned?

Max ends his relationship with Kirsty.
Max ends his relationship with Kirsty.
Meanwhile, Kirsty pays a visit to Max in prison and he reluctantly goes along with Carl's demands, 'confessing' that he did tamper with the brakes. Kirsty doesn't believe him but is shocked when Max ends their relationship. Back at home, she assures Lauren and Abi that everything is fine.

Elsewhere, Jack tells Ronnie that he doesn't care what she does, but it would be best if she left. However, Ronnie is given some new confidence when she visits Phil and he urges her not to hide away now that she's done her time. Ronnie is about to leave in a cab when she suddenly decides to stay in Walford - at least for the time being.

Also today, Lucy and Peter are suspicious when Cindy starts flashing the cash but she insists that Liam lent her the money, while Jean's hopes of contacting Ollie are boosted when Patrick tells her that Ollie is having a retirement party tomorrow.

Friday

Phil has entrusted Ronnie to look after his businesses in his absence, and Jack feels awkward when he walks in on her and Sharon clashing at the R&R. Ronnie and Jack agree that it would be best if they stayed out of each other's way from now on. Soon afterwards, Ronnie is also riled by Carl, who questions her ability to look after Phil's businesses. Ronnie is determined to keep an eye on Carl and isn't pleased when she spots him arranging for another dodgy car to be dropped off at The Arches. Ronnie later visits Carl to tell him that the car is in a lock-up and if he tries to use The Arches for his business again, the police will find it.

As the day continues, Ronnie pushes her luck too far when she arrives at The Vic to look through the books as instructed by Phil. When Alfie threatens to throw Ronnie out, she agrees to leave. Later at R&R, Carl is throwing his weight around on a night out with his friends, feeling upbeat now that Max has split up with Kirsty. When Carl tells Ronnie that the Mitchells are 'old news', she throws him out of the club.

Jean expresses her fears for Shirley to Kim.
Meanwhile, Jean is confused when she finds Shirley's precious sunglasses in The Vic, knowing that she wouldn't leave without them. Ian is also startled when he hears that Shirley left Walford without paying her rent. When Ian confronts him, Carl promises that he has 'solved' the problem of Shirley. Finally accepting that Shirley has gone, Jean leaves her a voice message wishing her well. What she doesn't realise is that Shirley's phone has been dumped among some bin bags at the market, along with her jacket and a picture of her and Heather…

Elsewhere, Kirsty tells Lauren about Max's confession, and they both agree to shield Abi from the surprising development. However, when Abi defends Max to Lola, Lauren changes her mind and decides to tell Abi the truth. When the sisters go to see Max, he confirms that he's guilty, but Lauren can sense that something isn't right. Lauren tries to convince her sister that Max is lying for some reason, but an angry Abi doesn't want to hear it.

Also today, Jean heads to Ollie's party but is shocked when one of his colleagues explains why he is retiring. A shocked Jean suddenly understands Ollie's reaction to her illness and quickly leaves.

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New EastEnders pictures have been released showing the build-up to Shirley Carter's disappearance.

Shirley (Linda Henry) does a vanishing act in next week's big episodes after getting on the wrong side of dangerous Carl White (Daniel Coonan).

In the build-up to the shock storyline twist, Shirley tells everyone that she's leaving Walford to start a new life in Greece, which will be funded with thousands of pounds that she has stolen from ex-lover Phil Mitchell's safe.

After announcing her plans, Shirley takes time to say goodbye to all of her loved ones and even has a leaving party in the Queen Vic.

Shirley reveals she is leaving to pursue her dream of living in Greece.
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Shirley reveals she is leaving Walford.


Shirley says goodbye to Lola.
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Shirley says goodbye to Lola.


Jean and Shirley say a fond farewell to each other.
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Jean and Shirley say a fond farewell to each other


However, as Shirley is busy preparing to leave, she becomes deeply suspicious of Carl when she finds him paying visits to Phil in hospital - seemingly desperate to know how much he remembers about their suspicious car crash.

Shirley also discovers that Ian Beale is in debt to Carl, which would explain why he has suddenly told the police that he saw Max Branning tampering with Carl's brakes.

When Shirley starts to put the pieces of the puzzle together, she seems close to figuring out that the crash was Carl's way of getting rid of Max and Phil in one go.

Carl is furious with Shirley for meddling into his dealings at The Arches
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Carl is furious over Shirley's meddling


Carl soon realises that he'll need to deal with Shirley and confronts her at The Arches, seemingly ready to silence her.

The next day, Shirley is nowhere to be seen and Carl assures Ian that he's dealt with the problem.

Jean Slater, meanwhile, is baffled when she finds Shirley's precious sunglasses in The Vic - knowing that she wouldn't leave Walford without them.

Jean expresses her fears for Shirley to Kim.
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Jean expresses her fears for Shirley to Kim.


When she finally accepts that Shirley has gone, Jean leaves her a voice message wishing her well. What she doesn't realise is that Shirley's phone has been dumped among some bin bags at the market, along with her jacket and a picture of her and Heather…

EastEnders airs these scenes all next week on BBC One.

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EastEnders businessman Max Branning is forced to end his relationship with his wife Kirsty next week after Carl White threatens him.

Max (Jake Wood) feels helpless when ruthless Carl (Daniel Coonan) vows to harm his daughter Lauren unless he does as he's told.

With Max on remand in prison after being framed for cutting Carl's brakes and causing a near-fatal car crash, he knows that he's powerless to protect Lauren.

To make matters worse, the case against Max seems water-tight as Carl forces Ian Beale to tell the police that he saw Max tampering with the brakes.

Carl reminds Ian that if he continues with the pretense of being a witness to Max's car tampering he'll soon be debt-free.
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Carl threatens Ian once again.


Carl's demands are simple - Lauren will be safe as long as Max tells Kirsty that he is guilty and ends their relationship.

When Kirsty next pays a visit to Max, he reluctantly follows the instructions, 'confessing' that he did tamper with the brakes and thinks they should break up.

Max ends his relationship with Kirsty.
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Max ends his relationship with Kirsty.


News of Max's confession soon reaches his daughters Lauren and Abi, who also visit him in prison. Max confirms to them that he is guilty and while Abi believes it, an unsettled Lauren can sense that something isn't right…

EastEnders airs these scenes on Wednesday, September 11 and Friday, September 13 at 8pm on BBC One.