Corrie chiefs 'look for Jack's new flame'

[Abigail]

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Coronation Street producers are looking for a new love for Jack Duckworth, a report has claimed.

Show boss Kim Crowther will lead a meeting this week to make a decision after the character's wife Vera died on Friday, according to the People.

A source told the paper: "Friday's episode was a blockbuster but the powers-that-be now need to find Jack a new love interest.

"He has always prided himself on being bone idle at home so he'll be totally lost without Vera."

Bookmakers have also opened books on the subject, with Betty Williams the 2-1 favourite and Doreen Fenwick next at 3-1.

[Katy]

Jack can't get a new flame, although it would be nice to see him and Betty get along, they both need someone.

[Siobhan]

vera is only just dead, he can't be looking already and he will never fit with anyone.. it is Jack and Vera not jack and someone else

[alan45]

FFS Vera isnt even cold yet and already they are seeking a replacement. WISE UP.
I thought with Liz leaving and Bills health not being great that they were going to make things easier for him.

[Chris_2k11]

Old V would be spinning in her grave

[CrazyLea]

It won't happen. We won't allow it . Can't see that being too popular with anyone tbh..

Jack and V forever (so to speak).

[Chris_2k11]

I think he should start dating someone called Jill

[CrazyLea]

. I was thinking then Jill? Why Jill?? Then it hit me.. Jack and Jill .

Bad joke Chris

[Abbie]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
It hasnt even been that long

[SBmad08]

They can't do that!