EastEnders reveals change for Linda story in 49 new spoiler pictures

Her troubles continue.

But Ollie is wary over his mum’s erratic behaviour.

Ollie has already spoken to Johnny about the devastating impact of Linda’s drunken behaviour.

They get the Walford men involved in a charity calendar photoshoot.

Linda has come to stay with her for a while, after arguing with Johnny over her drinking.

She’s still drinking heavily.

She won’t stand for this behaviour.

Sharon’s house is broken into, due to Linda leaving the door open.

Nicola has some information to share.

When she paid a visit to Phil earlier, she made a surprising discovery.

But she immediately goes back on her word by telling Sharon.

She hopes Phil’s situation could hinder the blossoming romance between Sharon and Teddy.

Will Sharon be fooled?

She declares her feelings for Teddy.

But will Teddy be interested?

She’s no closer to a turning point in her addiction struggle.

Having Linda under her roof is proving to be increasingly difficult.

She knows that she’s causing pain for her friends and family, but she still can’t stop drinking.

The situation goes from bad to worse.

They know that Nicola has been playing games.

They decide to expose Nicola for meddling.

By the end of the confrontation, he feels more isolated from his family than ever.

She’s still in visible pain.

He hands out Christmas outfits for the Beale’s Eels Santa float.

She knows Lauren’s secret, but hasn’t told anyone yet.

Does she have Lauren exactly where she wants her?

The Santa float begins.

Ian puts on a show.

Will the event go well?

But it’s not a happy homecoming.

Phil is among those who are worried about Linda.

She’s shocked to learn how far Linda has fallen.

He has also been growing increasingly concerned over Linda.

There seems to be no easy way to help her.

They’re sure to have their own thoughts on Linda’s behaviour.

Will she twist the knife? And what will happen when Elaine later loses patience and gives Linda a tough ultimatum? Linda may be losing her final allies…

When he went to visit his son in hospital earlier, the nurse turned him away out of respect for Ruby’s wishes.

She chooses the wrong moment.

She wants to see Martin.

But Martin blows his chance to make peace with Ruby.

He wants Phil to accept an invitation to join his family on Christmas Day.

She’s still finding it difficult to manage her pain after the club crush.

He witnesses Lauren being snappy with Kathy.

She feels the baby kick for the first time.

It’s a touching moment.

What will she do next?

She’s trying to get a choir together for the Christmas Eve concert.

She’s always first in the queue for a community event.

Who will make the cut?