Coronation Street introduces a controversial new character next week, as Tyrone Dobbs tries to replace Luke Britton at the garage.

Weatherfield's residents were left devastated last week when they discovered that Luke (Dean Fagan) had been murdered after nearly four years on the cobbles.

Although it's a heartbreaking task, Tyrone (Alan Halsall) knows that he'll have to bring a new mechanic on board to replace Luke in order to cope with the workload.

This leads to handsome newcomer Josh turning up to apply, quickly making an impression on everyone.


Newcomer Josh arrives and meets Tyrone Dobbs in Coronation Street
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Not only does Josh secure the job that very same day, he also impresses Tyrone by suggesting that they should hold a charity boxing match in memory of Luke.

Actor Ryan Clayton has been cast in the role of Josh, who's expected to take centre stage in one of Corrie's biggest storylines this year.

Last month, newspaper reports revealed that Coronation Street bosses are planning a male rape storyline, which will see Josh drug and attack David after a night out.

Corrie producers are yet to comment publicly on the storyline, but it's thought that they've been working with local charity Survivors Manchester to ensure that it's told sensitively.

Show insiders have said that there won't be any sexually explicit scenes of the attack happening, with the story instead focusing on the aftermath and the effects that it has on David.

This will be the first time that Corrie has covered the topic of male rape, following in the footsteps of Channel 4's Hollyoaks – which has explored the issue twice.


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