EastEnders reveals Clare’s emotional comeback week in 51 spoiler pictures

Next week on EastEnders, Clare Bates returns to Walford – at Nigel’s request! But not everyone is pleased with her behaviour once she’s back.

Meanwhile, Max Branning resorts to kidnap to get Tim Walton out of Johnny Carter and Callum Highway’s lives.

Our 51-picture preview offers a sneak peek at what’s in store.

1

Monday 02 March: Linda confides in Elaine

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She’s worried about the big problems that Tim is causing for Johnny and Callum’s relationship.

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Monday 02 March: Max approaches

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Monday 02 March: Tim continues to make his presence felt

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He’s meeting up with Johnny to sign paperwork.

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Monday 02 March: Max watches on

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He’s unhappy over Tim’s behaviour.

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Monday 02 March: Johnny is in turmoil over Tim’s actions

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Tim’s cruel games have threatened to drive a major wedge between Johnny and Callum.

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Monday 02 March: Callum turns up at the pub

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Will his presence make everything worse?

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Monday 02 March: Julie and Phil keep a close watch over Nigel

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Nigel is still in hospital.

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Monday 02 March: Phil and Julie receive an update

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Nigel’s care home position will finally be available once he’s ready to leave the hospital.

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Monday 02 March: Howie arrives with a delivery

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When Kim confides in Howie about Patrick, it could bring them closer.

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Monday 02 March: Patrick seeks comfort amid his grief for Anthony

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Monday 02 March: Denzel believed the AI option was a good idea when he suggested it

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But Yolande isn’t so sure…

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Monday 02 March: Kim also has reservations

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Patrick seems to be spending an excessive amount of time chatting to the bot.

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13

Monday 02 March: Ravi meets up with Jack

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Jack fears that Ravi isn’t well enough to continue his police informant work. Ravi insists that he is, but worries when he learns that the police are planning to bring down lower-level members of the gang. This means that Mark could be in big trouble.

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Tuesday 03 March: Julie is facing a dilemma

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Phil wants her to call up Nigel’s stepdaughter Clare, as per his wishes. Julie isn’t sure – until Lexi steps in to give her a new perspective.

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Tuesday 03 March: Johnny prepares to be honest with Callum

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He’s ready to explain everything that’s happened with Tim recently.

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Tuesday 03 March: Callum is shocked

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It’s a lot to take in.

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Tuesday 03 March: Callum reacts angrily at first

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But Johnny explains that he’s just been trying to protect Callum and Lexi.

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Tuesday 03 March: Callum feels guilty

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He comforts Johnny, who breaks down.

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Tuesday 03 March: Max takes matters into his own hands

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He poses as Tim’s taxi driver.

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Tuesday 03 March: Max’s dark plan unfolds

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He tries to scare Tim.