EastEnders Spoilers Week 17 (22nd - 26th April 2013)

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Monday

Janine attempts to re-start her life back in Walford. However, things are far from straightforward when everything is thrown back in her face at every turn.
Kirsty makes a shock announcement in The Vic, giving Roxy an idea.

Liam is terrified when he continues to receive text messages from the gang - however, can he pluck up the courage to speak to Bianca?

Tuesday

Bianca and Liam are terrified when they discover that Tiffany has been approached by one of the gang members outside the school gates.
Sharon is annoyed by Janine’s interference in the club and Phil lays his heart on the line, but will she accept his proposal?

Michael is left with no other option when his solicitors' meeting doesn’t go to plan.


Thursday

Just when Bianca thinks she has reassured Liam that they will get through this mess together, Liam’s world starts to crash down around him as his past comes back to haunt him.
Michael is determined not to let Janine get her hands back on Scarlett, and comes up with a devious plan to stop her.

Kirsty becomes suspicious of Max and decides that she needs to find out for herself what he is really up to.


Friday

Liam is forced to face his worst nightmare, but will he make the right decision?
Michael puts his plan into action to prove to Janine that she is not a good mother - but, determined not to fall at the first hurdle, Janine sticks to her guns.

Ian is determined to get his new business venture off the ground but, in desperate need of financial backing, he is forced to visit Janine.

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So Janine still owns some of the club

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Over on EastEnders, Sharon Rickman grows even closer to Phil Mitchell after being jilted by Jack Branning at their wedding.

Sharon (Letitia Dean) is crushed after the latest setback in her love life, but she won't be staying single for long if Phil has anything to do with it.

With Sharon spending a large amount of time with Phil (Steve McFadden) following her break-up, Phil proposes that she and Dennis should move in with him permanently.

Phil then tenderly kisses Sharon, but she is hesitant as she feels that they might be better off as friends.

Not giving up, Phil tells Sharon that he loves her and asks her for a straight answer - does she want to make a go of it or not?



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Phil tenderly kisses Sharon.




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Phil asks Sharon whether she wants to be with him.

EastEnders airs these scenes on Tuesday, April 23 at 7.30pm on BBC One.

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So Janine still owns some of the club

Phil said when he offered Sharon a share in the club, 19% was all he could give her without giving the controlling share over to Janine,

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So Janine still owns some of the club

Phil said when he offered Sharon a share in the club, 19% was all he could give her without giving the controlling share over to Janine.

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Monday

Janine is keen to re-start her life in Walford, so she catches up with Billy and offers him his old job back. However, Billy isn't interested as he's angry with Janine for leaving him and Lola high and dry last year. Janine tries to win Lola over by handing her a dress for Lexi, but Lola angrily tells her that social services took her baby from her. Still keen to make peace, Janine hands Lola an envelope full of cash for her and Billy. When Billy finds it, though, he throws it back in Janine's face.

Later, Janine pounces on Alice as she leaves with Scarlett, but before Janine can pick her daughter up, Michael intervenes by calling Alice back inside. Soon afterwards, Janine returns to Billy's place and tells him and Lola why she left Walford. Billy and Lola soften when Janine explains that she now just wants to be a good mum to Scarlett. After Billy has agreed to take back his old job and the cash incentive, Janine heads over to The Vic and warns Michael that she'll be going for sole residency of Scarlett…

Meanwhile, Bianca is concerned when Liam offers to walk Morgan and Tiffany to school. She asks Ray to keep an eye on them all, but Liam catches Ray following. Ray convinces Liam to come to the gym later, and when the teenager shows up as planned, he aggressively releases his fear and frustration out on a punch bag. Later, Liam is scared as he receives a text message saying 'Liam RIP'…


Kirsty announces she and Max are having a baby.
Elsewhere, Abi isn't pleased when she hears that Kirsty is pregnant and realises that she was the last to know. Following some wise words from Jay, she eventually congratulates Max and Kirsty on their news. Max has now come to terms with the baby news, so Kirsty announces it to everyone at The Vic. Now aware that Kirsty is lying, Kat is shocked that she is planning to keep up the charade with the desperate hope of getting pregnant by Max in the meantime.

Also today, Roxy suggests to Alfie that they should try for a baby of their own, while Joey isn't pleased with Lauren as she forgot that he was running the marathon yesterday.

Tuesday

When Tiffany returns home from school, Liam is horrified to discover that she has been given a stolen MP3 player from Ali, a girl who hangs out with the gang. Liam quickly phones Bianca and tells her to come home now. Explaining the situation, Liam also shows Bianca the threatening text messages that he's been receiving. Fearing that her children are at risk, Bianca decides to call the police immediately.

The police put plans in place to deal with the possibility of Tiffany being approached again or the gang being seen around Walford. However, Liam is terrified and suggests again that he should go to live with Ricky. Carol thinks this might be a good idea, but Bianca is adamant that Liam belongs on the Square with them.


Sharon is shocked to see Janine at her desk.
Meanwhile, Janine starts sifting through the computer files at the R&R and questions Sharon over why the accounts are falling behind. Janine insists that Sharon sorts it out within two hours, leaving her overloaded with work. Phil attempts to assist by calling in Jean to help Sharon, while he deals with picking Dennis up from school.

Later, Phil tells Sharon that he wants her and Dennis to move back in with him. When Phil tenderly kisses Sharon, she suggests that they're better off as friends. However, Phil tells Sharon that he loves her and asks for a straight answer on whether she wants to be with him or not. What will Sharon decide?

Elsewhere, Michael meets his solicitor for advice on dealing with Janine's threats over Scarlett. Hearing that he might have a tough custody battle ahead, Michael realises that he'll need a lot of money to drag Janine through the courts. Michael decides to sell his share of the gym, but there's no immediate success in finding a buyer as Ian and Phil both turn him down.

Also today, Carol finally forgives Masood for his recent interference, Cora is disappointed when Dexter is too busy to talk to her, while Ian lets Jean in on his secret plan to rent the Emporium and start a restaurant business.

Thursday

The Butcher family's ordeal continues as a brick is hurled through the kitchen window, narrowly missing Carol and the kids. When Liam goes outside to investigate, none of the gang are in sight. Carol continues to wonder whether Liam going to stay with Ricky might be the best idea after all, but Bianca is adamant that he's staying on the Square. Keen for his family to stop worrying about him, Liam decides to prove he can cope by staying home and waiting for the window replacement man to arrive.

Alone in the house, Liam receives a number of calls on his mobile and the landline, but he knows it'll be the gang and refuses to answer. Instead, he rips out the landline and throws his mobile away. When there's a knock on the door, Liam is relieved to see that it's only Masood, who suggests doing another lesson. As Masood goes home to get some papers, Liam heads back into the kitchen but is stunned to see Kane sitting at the kitchen table. With the home phone unplugged and his mobile in the bin, Liam is petrified when Kane declares that he has come back for him...


Michael wants to speak to Janine.
Meanwhile, Michael tells Alice that he might solve his problem by taking Scarlett away, but Alice advises him that it's not a good idea. Michael is certain that Janine isn't prepared for being a mother, so with a plan in mind, he heads over to Butcher's Joints with some flowers and asks to speak to Janine. What is he up to?

Elsewhere, the estate agent tells Ian that he'll need to put up more money if he wants to rent the Emporium. When Ian discovers that Jean has money saved up for a rainy day, he immediately starts to flatter her, hoping that she will lend the cash to him. However, Jean soon sees through Ian's plans and tells him that she's disappointed over his cruel attempt to manipulate her.

Also today, Kirsty fears that there is something going on between Max and Tanya, so she decides to follow her husband. Seeing him heading into Booty's, Kirsty reckons that she's caught Max out.


Friday

Liam is forced to face his worst nightmare following Kane's return, but will he make the right decision?

Meanwhile, Michael puts his plan into action by inviting Janine to join him, Scarlett and Alice at a toddler group. Michael knows Janine will hate it, but she feigns excitement and is forced to hide her irritation as she watches the other parents all singing. Once the session is over, Janine snaps at Alice after hearing that Scarlett has a busy day of various kids' clubs ahead. Michael is delighted that his plan seems to be working, but Janine is intent on not letting him win.

Elsewhere, Max reveals the real reason for his secretive behaviour as he shows Kirsty a new flat that he's secured for them. Kirsty is delighted, but she is the only one as when Ava arrives to give her new neighbours a housewarming plant, she sees the two of them and walks straight back out again.


Lauren becomes increasingly drunk.
Also today, Abi arranges a surprise gathering for Jay at The Vic to celebrate him finishing his community service. Not wanting to annoy Joey any further, Lauren vows not to drink when she attends. Later at the pub, Lucy offers to get Lauren a drink. Although Lauren says that she just wants an orange juice, Lucy orders her something stronger. As Lauren gets increasingly drunk, it's the final straw for Joey and he dumps her. A horrified Lauren realises that Lucy has spiked her drink, but Joey doesn't believe her claims.

Finally, Ian thinks that Janine might be able to help with his financial situation, but he is forced to present his ideas to Billy because she is too busy.

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This is the moment that EastEnders' Joey Branning makes the shock decision to dump his cousin Lauren.

Joey (David Witts) reaches the end of his tether with Lauren next week when her drinking seems to be spiralling out of control - but there's actually more to the situation than meets the eye.

Well aware that her heavy alcohol consumption is beginning to annoy Joey, Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa) decides to prove that she can stay sober during a gathering at the Queen Vic.

Lauren's sister Abi has organised the get-together for her boyfriend Jay Mitchell to celebrate his community service being over.

When Lucy Beale (Hetti Bywater) offers to get Lauren a drink at The Vic, Lauren insists that she just wants an orange juice. However, a scheming Lucy secretly orders her something stronger, knowing the trouble it might cause.

As Lauren gets increasingly drunk, it's the final straw for Joey and he tells her that their relationship is over.

Lauren soon realises what Lucy has done and blames her for what has happened, but Joey doesn't believe a word his girlfriend has to say. As Joey dumps Lauren, is it really the end for them?


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Lauren becomes steadily drunk.



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Lauren becomes increasingly drunk.



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Joey tells Lauren their relationship is over.


EastEnders airs these scenes on Friday, April 26 at 8pm on BBC One.

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EastEnders teenager Liam Butcher faces a frightening ordeal next week as the gang make it clear that they're not finished with him.

Liam (James Forde) and his family had dared to hope that their recent problems were over, but it's obvious this was just wishful thinking when they experience a fresh wave of intimidation.

The trouble flares up again when Liam receives a threatening "RIP" text message, and things soon get worse when Tiffany is approached by one of the gang members outside school.

When a concerned Liam tells Bianca (Patsy Palmer) what's been going on, she calls the police immediately and they promise to protect the family as much as they can.

As the week continues, everyone's fear escalates as a brick is hurled through the window at the Butcher house.

Keen to prove that he's not scared, Liam offers to stay home alone and wait for the window replacement man to arrive while everyone else is busy.

Alone in the house, Liam receives a number of calls on his mobile and the landline, but he knows it'll be the gang and refuses to answer. Instead, he rips out the landline and throws his mobile away.

Unfortunately for Liam, gang leader Kane (Harry Rafferty) isn't one to give up and he finds a way into the house.

With the home phone unplugged and his mobile in the bin, Liam is horrified to find Kane sitting at the kitchen table. Kane warns Liam that he's come back for him, but what does he have planned?

EastEnders airs these scenes on Tuesday, April 23, Thursday, April 25 and Friday, April 26 on BBC One

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EastEnders teenager Liam Butcher faces a frightening ordeal next week as the gang make it clear that they're not finished with him.

Liam (James Forde) and his family had dared to hope that their recent problems were over, but it's obvious this was just wishful thinking when they experience a fresh wave of intimidation.

The trouble flares up again when Liam receives a threatening "RIP" text message, and things soon get worse when Tiffany is approached by one of the gang members outside school.

When a concerned Liam tells Bianca (Patsy Palmer) what's been going on, she calls the police immediately and they promise to protect the family as much as they can.

As the week continues, everyone's fear escalates as a brick is hurled through the window at the Butcher house.

Keen to prove that he's not scared, Liam offers to stay home alone and wait for the window replacement man to arrive while everyone else is busy.

Alone in the house, Liam receives a number of calls on his mobile and the landline, but he knows it'll be the gang and refuses to answer. Instead, he rips out the landline and throws his mobile away.

Unfortunately for Liam, gang leader Kane (Harry Rafferty) isn't one to give up and he finds a way into the house.

With the home phone unplugged and his mobile in the bin, Liam is horrified to find Kane sitting at the kitchen table. Kane warns Liam that he's come back for him, but what does he have planned?

EastEnders airs these scenes on Tuesday, April 23, Thursday, April 25 and Friday, April 26 on BBC One

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