EastEnders’ Nicola Mitchell faces dramatic d.e.a.t.h plot twist in 50 spoiler pictures
EastEnders spoilers follow.
Next week on EastEnders, some worrying news leaves Nicola Mitchell fearing that it’s only a matter of time before she’s caught out over Shireen Bashar’s d.e.a.t.h. Can she cover her tracks before it’s too late?
Elsewhere, Phil Mitchell faces an emotional week as Nigel Bates’ struggles intensify.
Our 50-picture preview offers a sneak peek at what’s in store.
Monday 21 April: It’s Easter on the Square
The residents gather for an egg hunt.
Monday 21 April: Nigel dresses up as the Easter bunny
He entertains the kids.
Monday 21 April: Yolande is delighted over Nigel’s efforts
Nigel was her top choice for the job.
Monday 21 April: Nigel is taking on the role to prove himself to Phil
He feels that Phil is being overprotective when they’re together at home.
Monday 21 April: The day takes a difficult turn
Nigel becomes confused.
Monday 21 April: Nigel’s behaviour angers Harvey, who doesn’t know about his diagnosis
Nigel mistakes Hope for Clare, which causes a row.
Monday 21 April: Phil steps in to deal with the situation
Harvey and Jean are both shocked by what’s unfolding.
Monday 21 April: Nigel rushes off
Phil realises that he’ll have to start telling more people about Nigel so they understand the situation better.
Thursday 24 April: Denise heads over
She checks on what’s happening.
Monday 21 April: Denise speaks to Phil
It’s a stressful time for Phil as he tries to support Nigel.
Monday 21 April: Barney spends time with Teddy
Priya and Avani are sitting nearby at McKlunky’s.
Monday 21 April: Priya supports Avani
She tries to get Avani back on better terms with her friends.
Monday 21 April: Avani and Barney sit together
The two friends reconcile.
Monday 21 April: The pressure is on for Zack
He’s looking for ways to support Barney, who was scared off from their training sessions last week.
Monday 21 April: Teddy turns up to see the Knights
There’s news to share on the Queen Vic rebuild.
Monday 21 April: The Knights and Carters are on tenterhooks for news
The sooner the pub reopens, the better.
Monday 21 April: Gina and the others listen carefully to Teddy
Teddy gives the timeline.
Monday 21 April: Kojo isn’t happy
It’s clear that he’s not thrilled over the idea of moving home.
Tuesday 22 April: Nigel broods back at home
He has now told Phil that he plans to end his own life if his memory issues get worse. Rather than listen further, Phil has decided to leave to clear his head.
Tuesday 22 April: Jean turns up
Now that Phil has told her the truth about Nigel’s dementia, she wants to speak to him herself.
Tuesday 22 April: Jean and Nigel have a heart-to-heart
They discuss Nigel’s dementia.
Tuesday 22 April: Nigel doesn’t tell the full story
He keeps quiet about the discovery that Phil has just made.
Tuesday 22 April: Nicola summons Benji to the club
She’s worried after discovering that the location for Teddy’s project with Junior is the same place where Shireen’s body is buried.
Tuesday 22 April: Nicola speaks to Benji
Will she tell him all about their new predicament? She’ll certainly need help from somewhere to deal with this one…
Tuesday 22 April: Nicola considers her next move
She ends up turning to Ravi for help. Will he agree to get involved?
Tuesday 22 April: Kojo explains what’s troubling him
He tells George that he wants to live alone.
Tuesday 22 April: George is sceptical
He doesn’t think this is the best idea for Kojo.
Tuesday 22 April: Kojo is determined to prove himself
He ends up securing a trial working at The Arches with Harry, hoping this will impress George.
Wednesday 23 April: Phil searches for Nigel after he goes AWOL
Yolande confirms that she hasn’t seen him.
Wednesday 23 April: Phil goes looking in The Arches
He’s very worried about Nigel.
Wednesday 23 April: Linda joins Phil
They’re united for the search.
Wednesday 23 April: There’s no sign of Nigel inside
Phil is no closer to getting any answers.
Wednesday 23 April: Linda is doubly stressed
As well as being concerned for Nigel, she’s worried about how Phil is coping with everything.
Wednesday 23 April: Phil and Linda wonder what to do next
They’ve hit a road block in the search.
Wednesday 23 April: Linda’s phone rings
She takes the call.
Wednesday 23 April: Linda speaks to the caller
Is there news on Nigel’s whereabouts?
Monday 21 April: Phil struggles to deal with the situation
Can he and Nigel get back on the same page?
Thursday 24 April: Ravi receives a visitor
Nicola comes to see him at the restaurant.
Thursday 24 April: Nicola tries to strike a deal
She offers Ravi £10,000 to carry out an important job for her.
Thursday 24 April: Ravi wonders what to do
Will he get involved in Nicola’s big problem?
Thursday 24 April: Nicola sets her plan in motion
She visits Harry at The Arches.
Thursday 24 April: Nicola lies to Harry
She says that she needs a customer’s van, intending to use it for the job.
Thursday 24 April: Harry is tricked
He hands over the keys.
Thursday 24 April: Phil and Nigel try to settle into a new routine after the week’s events
Nigel is back at home.
Thursday 24 April: The friends are still struggling to find their groove
Nigel is finding Phil’s behaviour to be overzealous.
Thursday 24 April: Barney has invited Avani to Nicola’s birthday party
He waits for her to show up.
Thursday 24 April: Barney is nervous about the night ahead
How will it go?
Thursday 24 April: Kojo’s trial continues
He’s working alongside Harry at The Arches.
Thursday 24 April: Harry is impressed
Kojo’s work is top standard.
Thursday 24 April: Kojo’s day gets better
He secures a permanent position.