EastEnders Spoilers 21st - 26th December 2015
Monday
The ongoing feud between the Mitchells and Hubbards escalates following an incident in the Square involving Kim and Pearl. Sharon and Kim are forced to step in and take matters into their own hands.
Later, Vincent and Phil realise they've been set up and it might be best to end their war for the sake of their families. However, despite a desperate plea from Sharon, Phil takes some drastic action to destroy Vincent and the Hubbards...
Meanwhile, Jane invites Ben and the Mitchells over for Christmas dinner, wanting to make the occasion as special as possible for Kathy. Phil isn't pleased with the suggestion, so Ben continues to drift apart from his dad and tells him that he'll just go alone with Abi.
Feeling under fresh pressure, Phil takes a bottle of scotch from the Minute Mart, causing Shirley to give him some harsh words of advice. Also growing more frustrated at Phil, Sharon agrees to go to the Beales' for Christmas too!
Elsewhere, Stacey and Kush prepare to tell Martin and Shabnam the truth about the baby, but everything changes when Shabnam receives some upsetting news. Kush has a change of heart as a result, but will he be able to stop Stacey from revealing all?
Also today, Linda comes up with a plan to help bring Mick and Shirley back together.
Finally, Dean, Shirley and Buster welcome Jade to the family.
Tuesday
Vincent and Kim are both furious as they struggle to come to terms with Phil's latest act.
As the terrifying situation continues to escalate, Vincent and a drunken Phil clash again - forcing truths and secrets to come to light. Just how far will Vincent go to protect his family?
Meanwhile, Shabnam may finally be growing suspicious over Kush when she starts to feel distant from him and seeks advice from Masood. There's also tension between Kush and Stacey, after he tells her that he didn't come clean with Shabnam after all. When Martin spots their exchange, Kush is forced to cover and reveal Shabnam's upsetting news.
Later at the nativity rehearsals, Shabnam is taken aback when she realises that Stacey and Martin already know her news. Irritated by Stacey's interference, Shabnam tells her to back off and the two friends argue.
Elsewhere, Shirley takes Jade to visit Father Christmas at The Vic but is shocked when she realises that it's Mick. A reluctant Shirley is touched by Mick and Jade's meeting when she finally lets it go ahead, but it's clear that there's still a long way for her and Mick to go.
Thursday
Christmas Eve has arrived on Albert Square. Stacey has been sent home from the hospital after yesterday's events, but she keeps busy by preparing for Lily's role in the nativity play. Even though her contractions are building, Stacey goes to watch her daughter perform.
As the play gets under way, Stacey goes into labour and gives birth. The new arrival is celebrated by most, but one resident starts to put two and two together - coming to a shocking realisation...
Meanwhile, the feud between the Hubbards and the Mitchells has now reached dangerous levels, so Ronnie tries one last time to put a stop to it. When her efforts don't go according to plan, Ronnie finds herself forced to choose a side and end things once and for all. Ronnie takes drastic action after choosing her side, but which family has she picked and who will be the casualty?
Elsewhere, Billy is touched by Janet's incredible performance in the nativity play. He goes to propose to Honey at The Vic, but is interrupted when Tina shares the news about Stacey's baby.
Also today, Sharon and Jane clash over Bobby's recent behaviour. Fearing that Bobby could seriously harm someone again, Sharon drops a bombshell which threatens to tear the Beale family apart.
Christmas Day episode
Hour-long episode
It's Christmas Day on Albert Square, but for one resident it will be their last. As shocking truths come to light, families go to extreme measures to protect those they love - forcing residents to turn on one another.
With families at war, it's not long before people get caught in the crossfire, leading to devastating consequences which will change the Square forever...
The Beales' day gets off to a positive start when an upbeat Ian presents Jane with a new car. However, the mood turns sour when Jane reveals some worrying news which could tear their family apart.
Later, the Mitchells and Beales sit down for Christmas dinner, but tensions are running high as Jane and Ian are still desperate to protect Bobby, while Sharon is determined to keep her own family safe. The two families find themselves at each other's throats as a result, which threatens to destroy relationships forever.
As the tensions mount, everyone is oblivious to the fact that the hostilities between Bobby and Dennis are increasing at an alarming speed. This triggers off a series of incidents which leave lives hanging in the balance...
Meanwhile, Stacey returns home following the birth of her son, but Kush and Carmel notice that Shabnam is distracted and fear that she knows the truth. Shabnam eventually confronts Stacey, but what does she know and will Stacey come clean? Later, Stacey receives a surprise visit from Kat.
Elsewhere, Ronnie tries to enjoy Christmas Day and put the recent Mitchell-Hubbard feud behind her. However, her day is thrown into panic when she learns some alarming news, with disastrous consequences.
Also today, Dean surprises Roxy with an engagement ring and a new flat away from the Square. However, Dean's day takes a turn for the worst when Shirley, Buster and Jade all head over to The Vic, claiming they're just going for a drink.
Finally, Mick surprises Linda and Shirley with some touching presents, while Dot decides to scatter Jim's ashes in the Square.
Boxing Day
Christmas Day continues on Albert Square, but lives are still hanging in the balance.
Meanwhile, Dean is furious when he realises that Buster, Shirley and Jade have already eaten with the Carters. He snaps at his mum, who argues back and returns to The Vic in a bad mood. When Roxy later arrives, the pressure becomes too much for Dean and he has an angry outburst, accidentally injuring Roxy in the process. Roxy storms out and leaves, but can Dean convince her to change her mind?
Elsewhere, Kat tells Martin and Lily that Alfie and the kids are still in Spain. However, Kat gets a shock when Alfie later arrives and asks her why she left Spain.
