13 Emmerdale spoilers for December 16-20: It’s the end of Tom, but when Belle goes missing he could walk free

The Dingles are on a frantic mission to find Belle before it's too late

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Emmerdale spoilers for Monday December 16 to Friday December 20 reveal it’s at last the end of Tom King– one way or another. And while we’ve been promised justice, it’s not looking likely when Belle goes missing on the morning of the trial. Can she face her tormentor one last time and get the ending she deserves?

Meanwhile, Amelia makes a big decision about her future, and things are going south for Will.

Here’s everything that’s going in in the week before Christmas in Emmerdale.

Tom and Belle: the final showdown in Emmerdale spoilers

Tom will face a jury in court (Credit: ITV)

1. ‘Code red’ in Tom’s cell

The prison is in chaos as the guards rush to Tom’s cell. And soon word gets back to Belle that Tom has tried to take his own life. He’s in hospital. And because he’s due in court, will the case go ahead?

The news of Tom's attempt on his own life spreads (Credit: ITV) — The news of Tom’s attempt on his own life spreads (Credit: ITV)

2. Belle starts to spiral

The Dingles do their best to help Belle and keep her positive. However she is terrified of having Tom’s d.e.a.t.h on her hands and is questioning whether she can really go to court. She seeks out advice from Paddy about his previous suicidal thoughts. But will he be able to reassure her – or just make her even more confused?

Belle panics as she talks to Amelia and Jimmy (Credit: ITV)

3. Charity makes things worse in Emmerdale spoilers

Convinced Tom is lying about trying to take his own life, Charity gets herself into his hospital room. Although Tom’s alarmed by her sudden appearance, she demands he admit he faked the suicide attempt. However, Tom suddenly realises she’s there because Belle is spiralling and Charity realises her interference has made things a whole lot worse.

The Dingles and Kings realise it's bad news at court if Belle doesn't show (Credit: ITV) — The Dingles and Kings realise it’s bad news at court if Belle doesn’t show (Credit: ITV)

4. The Dingles work to find Belle

As Tom tells Ollie Belle isn’t going to testify, he is full of glee. Meanwhile at the Dingles’, Belle leaves a note for her family and slips out. The family spring into action to find Belle when the prosecution barrister tells them without her testimony Tom will likely walk free.

Smug Tom is sure this will go his way (Credit: ITV)

5. Tom thinks he’s triumphed

Tom is thrilled when Ollie tells him Belle has not arrived at court. He’s smug as he prepares to give his best performance ever.

The jury gathers and Tom prepares to take centre stage. But will he win? Or will Belle get the justice she deserves?

Amelia makes a decision in Emmerdale spoilers

6. Amelia leaves the village

After everything she’s been through with Tom, Amelia feels she has nothing left in Emmerdale. She decides she has to leave the village for good. Amy throws her a last-minute goodbye party, however Kerry fails to show, leaving Amelia gutted. Will emotional Amelia really leave the village without a final goodbye from Kerry?

The walls close in on Will in Emmerdale spoilers

Ms Tate wants the whole family around her and asks Dawn to be there this Christmas (Credit: ITV)

7. Kim makes big plans

Will tells Kim he wants their vow renewal to be an intimate thing – and he doesn’t even want to invite family. Although Kim’s touched at the effort he’s going to, she’s clearly troubled not to have the family there. So she takes matters into her own hands and invites Dawn and the kids. She also asks them to move back in.

8. Billy and Dawn fall out again

Pleased to hear Evan might be home for Christmas, Dawn and Billy celebrate. But things turn sour when he outright refuses to move back into Home Farm. However, Jai wants them out of Holdgate within the week. Billy still won’t go back to Home Farm, leaving Dawn furious with him again.

9. Will panics

Kim tells Will Dawn and the kids are attending the vow renewal and are considering moving back home. He feigns happiness, but is thrown into a panic. And when Dawn arrives at Home Farm ready to move in, Will tries to persuade her not to. Can he keep his plan together?

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Aaron and John go camping and bond (Credit: ITV)

10. Aaron and John say the L word

John surprises Aaron with a camping trip – which doesn’t go down well with Aaron! But he goes along with it and once on the trip, they start to get deep and open up about their feelings. They confess they love each other. However, will this love last?

The noises from upstairs make Brenda worry (Credit: ITV)

11. Brenda thinks Pollard is cheating

When Kerry realises Pollard is struggling with the housework she steps in to help. But Brenda hears them upstairs together and gets the wrong end of the stick!

Marlon is in despair over April's behaviour (Credit: ITV) — Marlon is in despair over April’s behaviour (Credit: ITV)

12. April rebels

Marlon is out of ideas over April’s new rebellious streak. Can he find a way to get through to his daughter?

Bob wants to create some memories for his son (Credit: ITV)

13. Heath remembered in Emmerdale spoilers

Wanting to mark his son’s anniversary, Bob starts to organise a carol concert in Heath’s memory.